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24 h 48 min
2293 km.
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Palenque, Mexico → Tapachula, Mexico

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

Composite routes from Palenque to Tapachula

Cheapest
24 h 48 min
Car
2293 km.
from $126
Other
8 h 39 min
Bus, Taxi
291 km.
from $108.07
11 h 53 min
290 km.
from $33.50
9 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
290 km.
from $251.65
14 h
290 km.
from $47.20
19 h 34 min
290 km.
from $62.11
13 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
290 km.
from $348.55

Transport providers

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Palenque to Villahermosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$26.76

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Comitán to Frontera
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$15.29
Bus from Comitán to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$38.22
Bus from Palenque to Comitán
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$70.08

Turismo Maya Playa del Carmen

Phone:
+52 984 128 8145
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078692205854
Bus from Palenque to Comitán
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.28
Bus from Palenque to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.47

Autobuses Aexa

Phone:
+52 961 638 5018
Email:
Website:
autobusesaexa.com.mx/
Bus from Palenque to Tuxtla
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$22.93
Bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.84–$25.48

Airlines

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.64–$611.59
Plane from Terán Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
7h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.12–$700.78

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.16–$509.66
Plane from Terán Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$152.90–$573.37

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
12h 17m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.30–$445.95
Plane from Terán Airport to Tapachula
Ave. Duration:
8h 8m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$121.04–$496.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palenque to Tapachula?

The cheapest way to get from Palenque to Tapachula is to bus via Comitán which costs $21.74 - $40.22 and takes 11h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palenque to Tapachula?

The fastest way to get from Palenque to Tapachula is to drive which takes 7h 7m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Palenque and Tapachula?

No, there is no direct bus from Palenque to Tapachula. However, there are services departing from Palenque and arriving at Tapachula via Comitán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Palenque to Tapachula?

The distance between Palenque and Tapachula is 463 km. The road distance is 462.8 km.

How do I travel from Palenque to Tapachula without a car?

The best way to get from Palenque to Tapachula without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 8h 39m and costs $65.22 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Palenque to Tapachula?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Palenque to Tapachula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Tapachula bus from?

Palenque to Tapachula bus services, operated by Turismo Maya Playa del Carmen, depart from Palenque station.

Where does the Palenque to Tapachula bus arrive?

Palenque to Tapachula bus services, operated by Turismo Maya Playa del Carmen, arrive at Comitán station.

Can I drive from Palenque to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Palenque to Tapachula is 463 km. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Palenque to Tapachula.

Where can I stay near Tapachula?

There are 27+ hotels available in Tapachula. Prices start at $1 per night.
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