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

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to drive which costs $2300 - $3500 and takes 18h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to fly which takes 9h 29m and costs $2400 - $14000.

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Tapachula?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Tapachula. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Tapachula via Ixtapa, Celaya, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and Politécnico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 13m.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

The distance between Ixtapa and Tapachula is 1051 km. The road distance is 1312.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula without a car is to bus via Celaya which takes 24h 13m and costs $2200 - $4000.

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

It takes approximately 9h 29m to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Tapachula bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula is to fly which takes 9h 29m and costs $2400 - $14000. Alternatively, you can bus via Celaya, which costs $2200 - $4000 and takes 24h 13m.

Where does the Ixtapa to Tapachula bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Tapachula bus services, operated by Primera Plus, arrive at Celaya station.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Tapachula is 1313 km. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Ixtapa to Tapachula.

Where can I stay near Tapachula?

There are 41+ hotels available in Tapachula.

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

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane ZIH - TAP
9h 29m
$2,428–13,388
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central Del Sur - Taxqueñabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tapachulabus Tijuana
35h 57m
$1,700–3,075
Bus via Celaya
1. Take the bus from Ixtapa to Celayabus
2. Take the bus from Celaya to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
3. Take the bus from Politécnico to Tapachulabus
24h 13m
$2,278–3,931
Drive 1,312.9 km
1. Drive from Ixtapa to Tapachulacar 1,312.9 km
18h 34m
$2,361–3,410
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zihuatanejo to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tapachulabus
30h 55m
$2,492–4,737

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

26Weekly Planes

10h 4mAverage Duration

$2,098Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ixtapa to Tapachula.

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Distance: 1,050.9 km
Duration: 9h 29m

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

Aeroméxico and Volaris fly from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zihuatanejo to Tapachula via Ixtapa, Celaya, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Diana, and Politécnico in around 24h 13m.

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