Cheap coach tickets from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas
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Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas Coach Timetable
Coach from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas. Traveling by coach from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas usually takes around 15 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest ADO OCC coach can make the trip in 14 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 465 mi (749 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 55m |
| Cheapest price | CA$139.06 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | ADO OCC |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, ADO OCC usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
Book ADO from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas from CA$139. There are 2 ADO schedules from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to San Cristobal de las Casas. In Mexico City, ADO departs to San Cristobal de las Casas from Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station and 1 other station. In San Cristobal de las Casas, ADO arrives at Avenida Insurgentes 66 and no other station.
An average trip on ADO from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas takes 15 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to San Cristobal de las Casas in 14 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to San Cristobal de las Casas.
Book ADO OCC from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas from CA$145. There are 5 ADO OCC schedules from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO OCC ticket to San Cristobal de las Casas. In Mexico City, ADO OCC departs to San Cristobal de las Casas from Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station and 1 other station. In San Cristobal de las Casas, ADO OCC arrives at Avenida Insurgentes 66 and no other station.
An average trip on ADO OCC from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas takes 15 hours and 39 minutes , while the fastest available ADO OCC trip will get you to San Cristobal de las Casas in 14 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, ADO OCC offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to San Cristobal de las Casas.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas
The coach takes an average of 15 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 465 miles from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas. However, the fastest coach only takes 14 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Mexico City to San Cristobal de las Casas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Mexico City
Mexico City is one of the most vibrant and liveliest cities in the world, making it an exciting destination for all travelers. One of the must-see attractions in the city is the famous Museo Nacional de Antropología, which features an extensive collection from the city’s pre-Columbian era. Its star attraction is the famous Aztec Calendar Stone, also known as Piedra del Sol. For those who enjoy exploring the city’s amazing cultural life, the Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must-see destination. The art deco-style palace hosts some of the grandest cultural events around, including concerts, operas, etc. Another unique destination to check out is Teotihuacán, a world heritage site that contains some of the largest pre-Columbian pyramids in Mexico.
Mexico City’s food scene is so vast that it can be quite hard to fully explore in just a few days. Some notable foodie destinations include Pujol, Contramar, and Quintonil. If you want to grab one of those famous Mexican churros, head over to Churreria El Moro.
Mexico City’s four major bus stations are North, South, Observatorio, and TAPO. Some intercity buses leave directly from the Mexico City International Airport, which is located just about 7 miles east of the city center.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Mexico City?
Main departure station: Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station
Mexico City has two coach stations with service to San Cristobal de las Casas.
All coach stations in Mexico City:
Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station
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Where does the coach arrive in San Cristobal de las Casas?
Main arrival station: Avenida Insurgentes 66
All coaches from Mexico City arrive at one main station in San Cristobal de las Casas.
Coach stations in San Cristobal de las Casas:
Avenida Insurgentes 66
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