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Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta

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Composite routes from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta

Cheapest
18 h 56 min
Car
1744 km.
from $95

Transport providers

Bus operators

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Email:
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
12h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.43–$114.67

ETN Turistar

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

Pacífico

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Email:
Website:
estrellablanca.com.mx/
Bus from Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara Mod 2 to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$36.95–$43.32

Autovías La Línea

Phone:
800 622 22 22
Email:
Website:
autovias.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Nueva
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$61.16–$82.82

Unibuspv

Phone:
+52 322 276 4146
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/UnibusPTOVTA/
Bus from Valentín Gómez Farías y Calle Degollado to México
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.55–$1.11

Airlines

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.86–$433.21

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
5h 48m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.41–$318.54

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.86–$420.47

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta is to bus which costs $1 - $1 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta?

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta is to bus which takes 10 min and costs $1 - $1 .

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Valentín Gómez Farías y Calle Degollado and arriving at México y Calle Tamaulipas. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta?

The distance between Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta is 4 km. The road distance is 16.9 km.

How do I travel from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta without a car?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta without a car is to bus which takes 10 min and costs $1 - $1 .

How long does it take to get from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta?

The bus from Valentín Gómez Farías y Calle Degollado to México y Calle Tamaulipas takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta bus from?

Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Unibuspv, depart from Valentín Gómez Farías y Calle Degollado station.

Where does the Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Unibuspv, arrive at México y Calle Tamaulipas station.

What is the time difference between Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta?

It is currently 03:53 at both, Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta is 17 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Ixtapa to Puerto Vallarta.

Where can I stay near Puerto Vallarta?

There are 2083+ hotels available in Puerto Vallarta. Prices start at $49.51 per night.
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