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

The cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Chetumal is to drive and bus which costs $1100 - $1900 and takes 16h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tapachula to Chetumal is to fly which takes 8h 26m and costs $4800 - $9500.

Is there a direct bus between Tapachula and Chetumal?

No, there is no direct bus from Tapachula to Chetumal. However, there are services departing from Tapachula and arriving at Chetumal via Tuxtla Gutiérrez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 55m.

How far is it from Tapachula to Chetumal?

The distance between Tapachula and Chetumal is 619 km. The road distance is 939.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tapachula to Chetumal without a car is to bus which takes 21h 55m and costs $1900 - $4100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Tapachula to Chetumal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tapachula to Chetumal bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tapachula to Chetumal?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Chetumal is to fly which takes 8h 26m and costs $4800 - $9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1900 - $4100 and takes 21h 55m.

Where does the Tapachula to Chetumal bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tapachula and Chetumal?

Chetumal is 1h ahead of Tapachula. It is currently 8:53 AM in Tapachula and 9:53 AM in Chetumal.

Can I drive from Tapachula to Chetumal?

Yes, the driving distance between Tapachula to Chetumal is 939 km. It takes approximately 13h 20m to drive from Tapachula to Chetumal.

Where can I stay near Chetumal?

There are 400+ hotels available in Chetumal.

Tapachula to Chetumal - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Tapachula to Chetumal 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
8h 26m
$4,860–9,431
Drive, bus
cheapest
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
16h 17m
$1,127–1,816
Drive 939.3 km
1. Drive from Tapachula to Chetumalcar 939.3 km
13h 20m
$1,691–2,443
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Tuxtla Gutiérrezbus
2. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Chetumalbus
21h 55m
$1,940–4,045
Bus via Comitán
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Comitánbus
2. Take the bus from Comitán to Terminal ADO Chetumalbus 4
25h 31m
$1,925–4,115
Bus via San Benito
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 Chetumalbus
26h 40m
$2,204–8,848

Tapachula to Chetumal by bus

21Weekly Buses

21h 55mAverage Duration

$1,940Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tapachula to Chetumal.

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Distance: 618.9 km
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Tapachula, Mexico and Chetumal, 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 Chetumal via Tuxtla Gutiérrez in around 21h 55m.

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