What is the cheapest way to get from Tonalá to El Arenal?

The cheapest way to get from Tonalá to El Arenal is to bus which costs $95 - $130 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tonalá to El Arenal?

The fastest way to get from Tonalá to El Arenal is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Tonalá and El Arenal?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonalá to El Arenal. However, there are services departing from Matamoros and arriving at Arenal via Terminal Tlaquepaque, Central de Autobuses Zapopan and La Venta/ Zapopan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Tonalá to El Arenal?

The distance between Tonalá and El Arenal is 55 km. The road distance is 55.3 km.

How do I travel from Tonalá to El Arenal without a car?

The best way to get from Tonalá to El Arenal without a car is to bus via La Venta/ Zapopan which takes 2h 8m and costs $100 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Tonalá to El Arenal?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Tonalá to El Arenal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonalá to El Arenal bus from?

Tonalá to El Arenal bus services, operated by Mi Transporte Eléctrico, depart from Matamoros station.

Where does the Tonalá to El Arenal bus arrive?

Tonalá to El Arenal bus services, operated by Mi Transporte Eléctrico, arrive at Avenida Patria station.

Can I drive from Tonalá to El Arenal?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonalá to El Arenal is 55 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Tonalá to El Arenal.

Where can I stay near El Arenal?

There are 98+ hotels available in El Arenal.

Tonalá to El Arenal - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Tonalá to El Arenal by bus, car, taxi, or tram

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

Bus via La Venta/ Zapopan
best
1. Take the bus from Matamoros to Avenida PatriaC19
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tlaquepaque to Terminal Zapopan
3. Take the bus from La Venta/ Zapopan to Arenal
2h 8m
$104–409
Bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Av. Tonalá to Carlos Salgado
2. Take the tram from Central De Autobuses to IndependenciaL3
3. Take the bus from Central Vieja de Guadalajara to La Venta del Astillero
4. Take the bus from La Venta/ Zapopan to Arenal
2h 12m
$97–804
Drive 55.3 km
1. Drive from Tonalá to El Arenal55.3 km
49 min
$106–154
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tonalá to El Arenal55.3 km
49 min
$550–700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tonaltecas to Av. Dr. Roberto MichelT11b
2. Take the bus from Central Vieja de Guadalajara to ArenalTequila Plus / ...
2h 22m
$99–129
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Ángulo to AnalcoC31
2. Take the bus from Central Vieja de Guadalajara to ArenalTequila Plus / ...
2h 45m
$99–129

Tonalá to El Arenal by bus, tram, and foot

329Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.2 km
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Tonalá, Mexico and El Arenal, Jalisco, Mexico?

You can take a bus from Matamoros to Arenal via Avenida Patria, Terminal Tlaquepaque, Terminal Zapopan, Central de Autobuses Zapopan, La Venta del Astillero, and La Venta/ Zapopan in around 2h 8m.

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