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Mexico City to Matamoros Bus Schedule
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 33 minutes, but the fastest ADO bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 457 mi (735 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $96.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | ADO |
| Bus lines | 1 |
There are several bus options that can take you from Mexico City to Matamoros:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Mexico City to Matamoros?
Bus tickets for a trip from Mexico City to Matamoros cost $98.67 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Matamoros, mark your calendar for January. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $92. However, taking the bus from Mexico City to Matamoros during May is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $110. The best way to find deals on a trip in May is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
What bus companies travel from Mexico City to Matamoros?
There are multiple buses that travel from Mexico City to Matamoros, including ADO. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADO | 2 | 16h 34m | $99.27 |
Book ADO from Mexico City to Matamoros from $96. There are 2 trips per day offered by ADO from Mexico City to Matamoros and you can expect on average to pay $99.27 for a ADO ticket to Matamoros. In Mexico City, ADO departs to Matamoros from Central de Autobuses and one other station. In Matamoros, ADO arrives at Hotel Los Lirios .
An average trip on ADO from Mexico City to Matamoros takes 16 hours and 34 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Matamoros in 14 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $96 for a weekend trip to Matamoros.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Mexico City to Matamoros
Bus tickets for a trip from Mexico City to Matamoros cost $96 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Mexico City to Matamoros. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
TRIPS PER DAY
2
DIRECT TRIPS
2
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 457 miles from Mexico City to Matamoros. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 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)
457
DISTANCE (KM)
735
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mexico City to Matamoros, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
12:00pm
LATEST BUS
6:00pm
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 Matamoros, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
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
- Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Matamoros?
Main arrival station: Hotel Los Lirios
All buses from Mexico City arrive at one main station in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
- Hotel Los Lirios
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