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Ixtapa, Mexico → Riviera Maya, Mexico

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya

Cheapest
14 h 1 min
Car
998 km.
from $54
Other
18 h 38 min
Plane, Ferry
1536 km.
from $280.35
37 h 32 min
1536 km.
from $191.61
38 h 49 min
1536 km.
from $265.30
39 h 47 min
1536 km.
from $256.76

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
20h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.12–$891.90

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
21h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.09–$828.20

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
16h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.90–$547.88

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
18h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$407.73

Aerus

Website:
flyaerus.com/
Plane from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$95.56–$356.76

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Puebla CAPU to Playa
Ave. Duration:
25h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$191.12

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Email:
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Central de Autobuses Papagayo to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$28.03–$76.45
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.87–$108.30

Autobuses Oro

Phone:
+52 222 249 7419
Email:
Website:
autobusesoro.com.mx/
Bus from Cuernavaca to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$20.39

Estrella de Oro

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
estrelladeoro.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Cuernavaca
Ave. Duration:
8h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$76.45

Los Galgos

Website:
ahorrobus.com.mx/
Bus from Zihuatanejo to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.47–$19.11

Other operators

Ultramar Ferry

Phone:
+52 998 460 3084
Email:
Website:
ultramarferry.com/en
Other from Cozumel to Playa
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$19.06

Winjet

Phone:
+52 987 872 1588
Email:
Website:
winjet.mx/en/home/
Other from Cozumel to Playa
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.61–$14.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya?

The cheapest way to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya is to bus which costs $130.43 - $250 and takes 39h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya?

The fastest way to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya is to fly and ferry which takes 18h 38m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ixtapa and Riviera Maya?

No, there is no direct bus from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya. However, there are services departing from Zihuatanejo and arriving at Puerto Aventuras via Central de Autobuses Papagayo, Puebla CAPU and Playa del Carmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 32m.

How far is it from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya?

The distance between Ixtapa and Riviera Maya is 1616 km. The road distance is 2105.2 km.

How do I travel from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya without a car?

The best way to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya without a car is to bus via Acapulco which takes 37h 32m and costs $130.43 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya?

It takes approximately 18h 38m to get from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ixtapa to Riviera Maya bus from?

Ixtapa to Riviera Maya bus services, operated by Los Galgos, depart from Zihuatanejo station.

Where does the Ixtapa to Riviera Maya bus arrive?

Ixtapa to Riviera Maya bus services, operated by Los Galgos, arrive at Central de Autobuses Papagayo station.

What is the time difference between Ixtapa and Riviera Maya?

Riviera Maya is 1h ahead of Ixtapa. It is currently 14:13 in Ixtapa and 15:13 in Riviera Maya.

Can I drive from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya?

Yes, the driving distance between Ixtapa to Riviera Maya is 2105 km. It takes approximately 25h 10m to drive from Ixtapa to Riviera Maya.

Where can I stay near Riviera Maya?

There are 2442+ hotels available in Riviera Maya. Prices start at $117.91 per night.
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