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

The cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Bacalar is to bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez which costs $1200 - $2600 and takes 19h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tapachula to Bacalar is to fly which takes 9h and costs $6000 - $10000.

Is there a direct bus between Tapachula and Bacalar?

No, there is no direct bus from Tapachula to Bacalar. However, there are services departing from Tapachula and arriving at Bacalar via Tuxtla Gutiérrez and Huimanguillo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 16m.

How far is it from Tapachula to Bacalar?

The distance between Tapachula and Bacalar is 657 km. The road distance is 940.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tapachula to Bacalar without a car is to bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez which takes 19h 16m and costs $1200 - $2600.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Tapachula to Bacalar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tapachula to Bacalar bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tapachula to Bacalar?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Bacalar is to fly which takes 9h and costs $6000 - $10000. Alternatively, you can bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez, which costs $1200 - $2600 and takes 19h 16m.

Where does the Tapachula to Bacalar bus arrive?

Tapachula to Bacalar bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Tuxtla Gutiérrez station.

What is the time difference between Tapachula and Bacalar?

Bacalar is 1h ahead of Tapachula. It is currently 12:09 AM in Tapachula and 1:09 AM in Bacalar.

Can I drive from Tapachula to Bacalar?

Yes, the driving distance between Tapachula to Bacalar is 940 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Tapachula to Bacalar.

Where can I stay near Bacalar?

There are 395+ hotels available in Bacalar.

Tapachula to Bacalar - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Tapachula to Bacalar by plane, car, or bus

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 Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Chetumal International Airport (CTM)plane TAP - CTM
9h
$6,030–9,636
Bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Tuxtla Gutiérrezbus
2. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Huimanguillobus
3. Take the bus from Huimanguillo to Bacalarbus
19h 16m
$1,232–2,505
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Tapachula to Tocachécar
2. Take the bus from Tocaché to Transportes Fuente del Nortebus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Melchor de Mencosbus
4. Take the bus from Benque Viejo el Carmen to Corozalbus
5. Drive from Corozal to Bacalarcar
15h 31m
$1,286–2,065
Drive 940.3 km
1. Drive from Tapachula to Bacalarcar 940.3 km
13h 21m
$1,691–2,442
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Villahermosabus
2. Take the bus from Villahermosa to Bacalarbus
21h 33m
$1,658–2,790
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Comitánbus
2. Take the bus from Comitán to Terminal ADO Chetumalbus 4
26h 29m
$1,965–4,355
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1bus
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores, Peten, Guatemalabus
3. Take the bus from Flores to Bacalarbus
27h 40m
$2,302–9,347

Tapachula to Bacalar by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

21h 33mAverage Duration

$1,658Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tapachula to Bacalar.

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Distance: 656.8 km
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Tapachula, Mexico and Bacalar, Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico?

Volaris, Aeroméxico, and Viva Aerobus fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Chetumal International Airport (CTM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tapachula to Bacalar via Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Huimanguillo, and Huimanguillo in around 19h 16m.

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