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Mexico City to Tapachula Coach Timetable
Coach from Mexico City to Tapachula: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Mexico City to Tapachula. Traveling by coach from Mexico City to Tapachula usually takes around 19 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest ADO GL coach can make the trip in 17 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 551 mi (886 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 15m |
| Cheapest price | US$103.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | ADO GL |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Mexico City to Tapachula?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Mexico City to Tapachula that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, ADO GL usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
ADO GL is a prominent Mexican passenger bus company that has been operating since 1992. It is part of the renowned ADO group and focuses on luxury travel, primarily serving Mexico's southern and eastern regions, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula. ADO GL offers deluxe coaches with executive-style seats, ample legroom, and various amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, power outlets, and beverage services, providing a truly luxurious experience for passengers.
Book ADO OCC from Mexico City to Tapachula from US$103. There are 1 ADO OCC schedules from Mexico City to Tapachula and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO OCC ticket to Tapachula. In Mexico City, ADO OCC departs to Tapachula from Central de Autobuses and no other station. In Tapachula, ADO OCC arrives at Tapachula Central Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on ADO OCC from Mexico City to Tapachula takes 19 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available ADO OCC trip will get you to Tapachula in 17 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, ADO OCC offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Tapachula.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Mexico City to Tapachula
The coach takes an average of 19 hours to cover the 551 miles from Mexico City to Tapachula. However, the fastest coach only takes 17 hours and 15 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 11:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Mexico City to Tapachula, 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 Tapachula.
All coach stations in Mexico City:
Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station
Central de Autobuses
Where does the coach arrive in Tapachula?
Main arrival station: Tapachula Central Bus Station
All coaches from Mexico City arrive at one main station in Tapachula.
Coach stations in Tapachula:
Tapachula Central Bus Station
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