background-img-buses-trains
chiku-desktop

Cheap bus tickets from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

chiku-mobile

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.

Best Travel Options

We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Download our free app!

Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

Chiku

Zihuatanejo to Acapulco Bus Schedule

Find cheap rental carsFind great deals on cheap cars in the area.
RentalCars logotypeRentalCars logotype
from$30.00

Bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco. Traveling by bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco usually takes around 5 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Estrella de Oro Primera bus can make the trip in 5 hours,

Distance126 mi (203 km)
Shortest duration5h 0m
Cheapest price$17.90
Trips per day5
Most frequent serviceEstrella de Oro Primera
Bus lines1

Wander into savings:
Get deals in your inbox!

Sign up to get the latest deals on bus & train tickets sent directly to you.

What bus companies travel from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco. Estrella de Oro Primera connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Estrella de Oro Primera55h 25m$18.17
  • Estrella de Oro Primera, a subsidiary brand of Estrella de Oro, has provided top-notch bus services for a century since its establishment in 1922. Operating in several Mexican states, including Guerrero, Veracruz, Oaxaca, Morelos, and Mexico City, Estrella de Oro Primera connects passengers to various destinations across the country. The company offers state-of-the-art transportation with buses featuring 40 reclining seats, air conditioning, restrooms, and in-bus movie screenings, ensuring passengers a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 126 miles from Zihuatanejo 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.

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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Zihuatanejo 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Zihuatanejo?

Main departure station: Zihuatanejo Bus Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Zihuatanejo.

All bus stations in Zihuatanejo:

  • Zihuatanejo Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Acapulco?

Main arrival station: Acapulco De Juarez Central Bus Station

All buses from Zihuatanejo arrive at one main station in Acapulco de Juárez.

All bus stations in Acapulco:

  • Acapulco De Juarez Central Bus Station

Get around town with Moovit

Find the best way to get to and from any station in Acapulco de Juárez by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Need a return trip from Acapulco to Zihuatanejo?

Search Bus Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.