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

The cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Tampico is to bus via Mexico City which costs $1900 - $2800 and takes 21h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tapachula to Tampico is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $3100 - $11000.

Is there a direct bus between Tapachula and Tampico?

No, there is no direct bus from Tapachula to Tampico. However, there are services departing from Tapachula and arriving at Tampico Centralita via Veracruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from Tapachula to Tampico?

The distance between Tapachula and Tampico is 1034 km. The road distance is 1192.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tapachula to Tampico without a car is to bus via Mexico City which takes 21h 16m and costs $1900 - $2800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Tapachula to Tampico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tapachula to Tampico bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tapachula to Tampico?

The best way to get from Tapachula to Tampico is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $3100 - $11000. Alternatively, you can bus via Mexico City, which costs $1900 - $2800 and takes 21h 16m.

Where does the Tapachula to Tampico bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tapachula to Tampico?

Yes, the driving distance between Tapachula to Tampico is 1193 km. It takes approximately 15h 53m to drive from Tapachula to Tampico.

Where can I stay near Tampico?

There are 143+ hotels available in Tampico.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Tapachula to Tampico 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 Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)plane TAP - TAM
4h 56m
$3,110–10,366
Bus via Mexico City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Politécnicobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampicobus
21h 16m
$1,937–2,759
Drive 1,192.8 km
1. Drive from Tapachula to Tampicocar 1,192.8 km
15h 53m
$2,164–3,126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Veracruzbus
2. Take the bus from Veracruz to Tampico Centralitabus
23h
$2,387–3,755
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Veracruzbus
2. Take the bus from Veracruz to Tampicobus
24h 41m
$2,687–3,955
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Tapachula to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus Tapachula
2. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tampico Ejércitobus
29h 40m
$2,104–3,313

Tapachula to Tampico by bus

7Weekly Buses

29h 40mAverage Duration

$2,104Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tapachula to Tampico.

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Distance: 1,034.2 km
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Viva Aerobus and Aeroméxico fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Tampico International Airport (TAM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tapachula to Tampico via Politécnico, Politécnico, Autobuses del Norte, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, and Tampico in around 21h 16m.

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