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Mexico City to Acapulco Bus Schedule

Bus from Mexico City to Acapulco: Journey Information

There are 30 intercity buses per day from Mexico City to Acapulco. Traveling by bus from Mexico City to Acapulco usually takes around 5 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest EDO Pluss bus can make the trip in 5 hours,

Distance184 mi (296 km)
Shortest duration5h 0m
Cheapest priceCZK 953.10
Trips per day30
Most frequent serviceEDO Pluss
Bus lines3

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What bus companies travel from Mexico City to Acapulco?

There are 3 bus lines from Mexico City to Acapulco available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 15 daily trips, EDO Pluss usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
EDO Pluss155h 0mCZK 966.83
ETN17h 2mCZK 1,499.84
Estrella de Oro Diamante165h 16mCZK 1,142.43
  • EDO Pluss is a new addition to Mexico's transportation network, owned by the renowned company ADO and established in 2023. Based in Mexico City, EDO Pluss plans and schedules their routes to popular destinations like Veracruz and Xalapa, Acapulco, and Tempoal. The company focuses on passenger comfort by providing onboard amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and USB charging ports. Passengers can enjoy movie screenings, purchase beverages, and utilize restroom facilities during their journey.

  • Book ETN from Mexico City to Acapulco de Juárez from CZK 1,455. Typically there is one ETN schedule per day from Mexico City to Acapulco and you can expect on average to pay for a ETN ticket to Acapulco de Juárez. In Mexico City, ETN departs to Acapulco de Juárez from Mexico City Poniente Bus Station . In Acapulco de Juárez, ETN arrives at Acapulco Bus Station .

    An average trip on ETN from Mexico City to Acapulco de Juárez takes 7 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available ETN trip will get you to Acapulco de Juárez in 5 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, ETN offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Acapulco de Juárez.

  • Estrella de Oro Diamante is a luxury bus service operating in southeastern Mexico, with a history of over 90 years as one of the country's oldest bus companies. The Mexico City to Acapulco route is particularly popular, with frequent departures. The buses provide air conditioning, entertainment through movie screenings, power outlets, spacious seats with extra legroom, and on-board restrooms for passenger convenience.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Mexico City to Acapulco

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Mexico City to Acapulco. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Mexico City to Acapulco for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mexico City to Acapulco, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 30 scheduled buses that travel from Mexico City to Acapulco 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 Mexico City to Acapulco without transferring.

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 bus leave from in Mexico City?

Main departure station: Mexico City Calz Taxquena

Buses to Acapulco leave from 4 stations in Mexico City.

All bus stations in Mexico City:

  • Mexico City Calz Taxquena

  • National Airport Terminal 1 (Arrivals)

  • Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station

  • Mexico City Poniente Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Acapulco?

Main arrival station: Acapulco De Juarez Central Bus Station

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Acapulco de Juárez.

All bus stations in Acapulco:

  • Acapulco De Juarez Central Bus Station

  • Acapulco Bus Station

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