What is the cheapest way to get from Matamoros to Tampico?

The cheapest way to get from Matamoros to Tampico is to drive which costs $850 - $1300 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matamoros to Tampico?

The fastest way to get from Matamoros to Tampico is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $1700 - $3100.

Is there a direct bus between Matamoros and Tampico?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matamoros and arriving at Tampico. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Matamoros to Tampico?

The distance between Matamoros and Tampico is 402 km. The road distance is 469.5 km.

How do I travel from Matamoros to Tampico without a car?

The best way to get from Matamoros to Tampico without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $950 - $1600.

How long does it take to get from Matamoros to Tampico?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Matamoros to Tampico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matamoros to Tampico bus from?

Matamoros to Tampico bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Matamoros station.

Bus or fly from Matamoros to Tampico?

The best way to get from Matamoros to Tampico is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $1700 - $3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $950 - $1600 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Matamoros to Tampico bus arrive?

Matamoros to Tampico bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Tampico station.

Can I drive from Matamoros to Tampico?

Yes, the driving distance between Matamoros to Tampico is 470 km. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Matamoros to Tampico.

Where can I stay near Tampico?

There are 143+ hotels available in Tampico.

Matamoros to Tampico - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Matamoros to Tampico by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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

Fly from General Servando Canales International Airport
best
1. Fly from General Servando Canales International Airport (MAM) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane MAM - TAM
4h 21m
$1,764–3,076
Drive 469.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matamoros to Tampicocar 469.5 km
6h 14m
$857–1,237
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matamoros to Tampicobus
7h 30m
$950–1,600
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matamoros to Tampicotaxi 469.5 km
6h 14m
$1,800–2,200
Bus to General Lucio Blanco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Matamoros to Reynosabus
2. Fly from General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane REX - TAM
8h 16m
$2,680–4,635
Fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
1. Fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane BRO - TAM
6h 52m
$1,835–9,035
Bus via Ciudad Victoria
1. Take the bus from Matamoros to Ciudad Victoriabus
2. Take the bus from Ciudad Victoria to Tampicobus
8h 45m
$990–2,096

Matamoros to Tampico by bus

56Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

$950Cheapest Price

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Distance: 402.2 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico and Tampico, Mexico?

Aeroméxico flies from General Servando Canales International Airport (MAM) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) 5 times a week. Alternatively, ADO operates a bus from Matamoros to Tampico every 4 hours. Tickets cost $950–1,400 and the journey takes 7h 30m. ETN Turistar also services this route once daily.

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