What is the cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

The cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa is to drive which costs $2300 - $3500 and takes 18h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

The fastest way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $2600 - $13000.

Is there a direct bus between Tapachula and Ixtapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Tapachula to Ixtapa. However, there are services departing from Tapachula and arriving at Zihuatanejo via Paradero Politécnico, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Celaya and Ixtapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 42m.

How far is it from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

The distance between Tapachula and Ixtapa is 1052 km. The road distance is 1318.4 km.

How do I travel from Tapachula to Ixtapa without a car?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa without a car is to bus via Celaya which takes 23h 42m and costs $2400 - $3900.

How long does it take to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tapachula to Ixtapa bus from?

Tapachula to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Tapachula station.

Bus or fly from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $2600 - $13000. Alternatively, you can bus via Celaya, which costs $2400 - $3900 and takes 23h 42m.

Where does the Tapachula to Ixtapa bus arrive?

Tapachula to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte station.

Can I drive from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tapachula to Ixtapa is 1318 km. It takes approximately 18h 28m to drive from Tapachula to Ixtapa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tapachula to Ixtapa?

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Tapachula to Ixtapa - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tapachula to Ixtapa by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH)plane TAP - ZIH
7h 2m
$2,615–12,599
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Central del Norte to Central del Surbus 1
3. Take the bus from Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueña to Zihuatanejobus
35h 16m
$1,668–3,124
Bus via Celaya
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Politécnicobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Celayabus
3. Take the bus from Celaya to Ixtapabus
23h 42m
$2,412–3,902
Drive 1,318.4 km
1. Drive from Tapachula to Ixtapacar 1,318.4 km
18h 28m
$2,372–3,425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Zihuatanejobus
33h 35m
$2,508–4,950

Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) flights

14Weekly Planes

6h 41mAverage Duration

$2,180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,051.9 km
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Tapachula, Mexico and Ixtapa, Mexico?

Aeroméxico and Volaris fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tapachula to Zihuatanejo via Politécnico, Paradero Politécnico, Poniente 112, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Celaya, and Ixtapa in around 23h 42m.

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