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Two ways to Travel from Ixtapa to Acapulco

Composite routes from Ixtapa to Acapulco

Cheapest
12 h 20 min
Car
1145 km.
from $62

Transport providers

Bus operators

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Email:
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Acapulco
Ave. Duration:
18h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.82–$152.90

ETN Turistar

Phone:
+52 800 800 0386
Email:
Website:
etn.com.mx/english/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Nueva
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.85–$53.51
Bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$114.67

Pacífico

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Email:
Website:
estrellablanca.com.mx/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Nueva
Ave. Duration:
6h 9m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$38.22–$43.32

Estrella de Oro

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
estrelladeoro.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$30.58

CostaLine

Phone:
800 003 7635
Website:
costaline.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$28.03

Los Galgos

Website:
ahorrobus.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Bajos
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$17.84
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$16.30

Airlines

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$344.02

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.77–$344.02

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.38–$382.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco?

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco is to bus which costs $14.13 - $27.17 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco?

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Acapulco?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Acapulco. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Las Cruces via Acapulco Papagayo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Acapulco?

The distance between Ixtapa and Acapulco is 260 km. The road distance is 244.8 km.

How do I travel from Ixtapa to Acapulco without a car?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco without a car is to bus via Bajos del Ejido which takes 3h 45m and costs $25 - $35.87 .

How long does it take to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ixtapa to Acapulco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Acapulco bus from?

Ixtapa to Acapulco bus services, operated by CostaLine, depart from Zihuatanejo station.

Where does the Ixtapa to Acapulco bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Acapulco bus services, operated by CostaLine, arrive at Acapulco Papagayo station.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Acapulco?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Acapulco is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Ixtapa to Acapulco.

Where can I stay near Acapulco?

There are 663+ hotels available in Acapulco. Prices start at $40.99 per night.
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