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

The cheapest way to get from Chapala to Ixtapa is to drive which costs $900 - $1400 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chapala to Ixtapa is to bus and fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $1200 - $3900.

Is there a direct bus between Chapala and Ixtapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chapala to Ixtapa. However, there are services departing from Chapala and arriving at Zihuatanejo via 5 de Mayo, Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 and Morelia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Chapala to Ixtapa?

The distance between Chapala and Ixtapa is 447 km. The road distance is 487.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chapala to Ixtapa without a car is to bus via Morelia which takes 12h 6m and costs $1300 - $2400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Chapala to Ixtapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chapala to Ixtapa bus from?

Chapala to Ixtapa bus services, operated by Chapala Plus, depart from Chapala station.

Where does the Chapala to Ixtapa bus arrive?

Chapala to Ixtapa bus services, operated by Chapala Plus, arrive at Central Vieja de Guadalajara station.

Can I drive from Chapala to Ixtapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chapala to Ixtapa is 487 km. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Chapala to Ixtapa.

Where can I stay near Ixtapa?

There are 458+ hotels available in Ixtapa.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Chapala to Crossing Guadalajara Airport
2. Fly from Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH)GDL - ZIH
5h 5m
$1,283–3,903
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chapala to Central Vieja de GuadalajaraChapala
2. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 7 to Zihuatanejo
14h 31m
$885–1,470
Bus via Morelia
1. Take the bus from Chapala to Central Vieja de Guadalajara
2. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1 to Morelia
3. Take the bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo
12h 6m
$1,365–2,385
Drive 487.3 km
1. Drive from Chapala to Ixtapa487.3 km
6h 38m
$929–1,342
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chapala to Central Vieja de GuadalajaraChapala
2. Take the bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Zihuatanejo
13h 42m
$1,065–1,585

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

4Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$635Cheapest Price

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Distance: 447 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico and Ixtapa, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Chapala to Zihuatanejo via Central Vieja de Guadalajara, 5 de Mayo, Tren Ligero Central de Autobuses, Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 1, and Morelia in around 12h 6m.

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