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

The cheapest way to get from Zapopan to Ixtapa is to drive which costs $1000 - $1500 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zapopan to Ixtapa is to tram and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $1700 - $5500.

Is there a direct bus between Zapopan and Ixtapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Zapopan to Ixtapa. However, there are services departing from Luis Pérez Verdia and arriving at Zihuatanejo via Av. de la Paz, Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 and Morelia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Zapopan to Ixtapa?

The distance between Zapopan and Ixtapa is 424 km. The road distance is 511.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zapopan to Ixtapa without a car is to bus via Morelia which takes 11h 41m and costs $1300 - $2500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Zapopan to Ixtapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zapopan to Ixtapa bus from?

Zapopan to Ixtapa bus services, operated by Primera Plus, depart from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 station.

Where does the Zapopan to Ixtapa bus arrive?

Zapopan to Ixtapa bus services, operated by Primera Plus, arrive at Morelia station.

Can I drive from Zapopan to Ixtapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Zapopan to Ixtapa is 511 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Zapopan to Ixtapa.

Where can I stay near Ixtapa?

There are 456+ hotels available in Ixtapa.

Zapopan to Ixtapa - 6 ways to travel via tram, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Zapopan to Ixtapa by tram, plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Tram to Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the tram from Zapopan Centro to Central De Autobusestram
2. Fly from Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH)plane GDL - ZIH
4h 18m
$1,714–5,214
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 7 to Zihuatanejobus
13h 21m
$930–1,495
Bus via Morelia
1. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 to Moreliabus
2. Take the bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejobus
11h 41m
$1,320–2,470
Drive 511.5 km
1. Drive from Zapopan to Ixtapacar 511.5 km
6h 37m
$1,000–1,445
Shuttle to Lic. Jesús Terán Peredo International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 7 to Aguascalientesshuttle
2. Fly from Lic. Jesús Terán Peredo International Airport (AGU) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH)plane AGU - ZIH
11h
$3,560–10,885
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Zihuatanejobus
12h 32m
$1,010–2,410

Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) flights

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Distance: 424.1 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Luis Pérez Verdia to Zihuatanejo via Av. de la Paz, Tren Ligero Central de Autobuses, Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1, and Morelia in around 11h 41m.

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