Cheap bus tickets from Morelia to Zihuatanejo

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Bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo: Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Morelia to Zihuatanejo. Travelling by bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo usually takes around 5 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Parhikuni bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance
145 mi (233 km)
Shortest duration
4h 50m
Cheapest price
$65.66
Trips per day
7
Most frequent service
Parhikuni
Bus lines
1

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How much is a bus ticket from Morelia to Zihuatanejo?

Bus tickets for a trip from Morelia to Zihuatanejo cost about $69 when you book at the cheapest time, 26 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than $69 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Morelia to Zihuatanejo by travel date

$75$50$25NovNov

If you're planning to travel by bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $68 to $70. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 6, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Zihuatanejo this week, bus tickets are available starting at $68.

Average bus ticket prices from Morelia to Zihuatanejo by month

$75$60$45$30$15JFMAMJJASOND

Taking the bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo is usually cheapest in November, when the average ticket price is only $67. If you're planning to take the bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo during March, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $74. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

$75$60$45$30$15

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $1.51 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Morelia to Zihuatanejo?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Morelia to Zihuatanejo. Parhikuni connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Parhikuni75h 20m$70.49
  • Book Parhikuni from Morelia to Zihuatanejo from $65.66. There are 7 trips per day offered by Parhikuni from Morelia to Zihuatanejo and you can expect on average to pay $70.49 for a Parhikuni ticket to Zihuatanejo. In Morelia, Parhikuni departs to Zihuatanejo from Morelia C. Juan Antonio A. Gutierez. In Zihuatanejo, Parhikuni arrives at Zihuatanejo Bus Station.

    An average trip on Parhikuni from Morelia to Zihuatanejo takes 5 hours and 20 minutes, while the fastest available Parhikuni trip will get you to Zihuatanejo in 4 hours and 50 minutes.

    On weekends, Parhikuni offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $65.66 for a weekend trip to Zihuatanejo.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Morelia to Zihuatanejo

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Morelia to Zihuatanejo every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Morelia to Zihuatanejo without transferring.

Trips per day

7

Direct trips

7

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 233 kilometres from Morelia to Zihuatanejo. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

145

Distance (km)

233

The first bus leaves at 12:30 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 11:30 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Morelia to Zihuatanejo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

12:30am

Latest bus

11:30pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Zihuatanejo, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Tuesday

Least crowded

Sunday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Morelia?

Main departure station: Morelia C. Juan Antonio A. Gutierez

Most buses depart from the main station in Morelia.

All bus stations in Morelia:

  • Morelia C. Juan Antonio A. Gutierez

Where does the bus arrive in Zihuatanejo?

Main arrival station: Zihuatanejo Bus Station

All buses from Morelia arrive at one main station in Zihuatanejo.

All bus stations in Zihuatanejo:

  • Zihuatanejo Bus Station

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