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Bus from Mexico City to Matamoros: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Mexico City to Matamoros. Traveling by bus from Mexico City to Matamoros usually takes around 16 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Turistar bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 457 mi (735 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 35m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 2,037.82 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | ADO |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Mexico City to Matamoros?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Mexico City to Matamoros that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Book ADO from Mexico City to Matamoros from CZK 2,038. Typically there is one ADO schedule per day from Mexico City to Matamoros and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Matamoros. In Mexico City, ADO departs to Matamoros from Central de Autobuses . In Matamoros, ADO arrives at Hotel Los Lirios .
An average trip on ADO from Mexico City to Matamoros takes 17 hours and 8 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Matamoros in 15 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Matamoros.
Book Turistar from Mexico City to Matamoros from CZK 2,762. Typically there is one Turistar schedule per day from Mexico City to Matamoros and you can expect on average to pay for a Turistar ticket to Matamoros. In Mexico City, Turistar departs to Matamoros from Central de Autobuses . In Matamoros, Turistar arrives at Central de Autobuses .
An average trip on Turistar from Mexico City to Matamoros takes 15 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Turistar trip will get you to Matamoros in 15 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Turistar offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Matamoros.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Mexico City to Matamoros
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 457 miles from Mexico City to Matamoros. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 35 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Mexico City to Matamoros 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 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mexico City to Matamoros, 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 bus leave from in Mexico City?
Main departure station: Central de Autobuses
The bus station on Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas is a curbside stop where intercity and local buses connect to the Lázaro Cárdenas metro station. The metro station is located on Line 9 of the local metro system and includes all the basic amenities of a public station: public restrooms, ATMs, and a waiting area with roofs. The aboveground bus station is at the intersection of Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas and Eje 3 in Mexico City. The intersection has a supermarket, and the surrounding blocks are home to many eateries and retail stores.
All bus stations in Mexico City:
Central de Autobuses
Where does the bus arrive in Matamoros?
Main arrival station: Hotel Los Lirios
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Hotel Los Lirios
Central de Autobuses
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