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Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$510.87

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$347.83
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mexico
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$304.35

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$59.78–$228.26
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mexico
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$206.52
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Lic.
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$163.04

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.78–$347.83
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mexico
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$250.00
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Lic.
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$510.87

Magnicharters

Website:
magnicharters.com/
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mexico
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.57–$282.61

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$103.26–$163.04
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$173.91

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Puebla CAPU to Central
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$23.91–$65.22
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Ixtapa
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$76.09

CostaLine

Phone:
800 003 7635
Website:
costaline.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$65.22

Los Galgos

Website:
ahorrobus.com.mx/
Bus from Central de Autobuses Papagayo to Zihuatanejo
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$16.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

The cheapest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa is to bus which costs $141.30 - $250 and takes 37h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

The fastest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $706.52 - $1739.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Playa del Carmen and Ixtapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa. However, there are services departing from Playa del Carmen Alterna and arriving at Zihuatanejo via Puebla CAPU and Central de Autobuses Papagayo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 12m.

How far is it from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

The distance between Playa del Carmen and Ixtapa is 1641 km. The road distance is 2099.8 km.

How do I travel from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa without a car?

The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa without a car is to bus via Acapulco which takes 35h 12m and costs $130.43 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa bus from?

Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Playa del Carmen Alterna station.

Bus or fly from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $706.52 - $1739.13 . Alternatively, you can bus via Acapulco, which costs $130.43 - $239.13 and takes 35h 12m.

Where does the Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa bus arrive?

Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Puebla Capu station.

What is the time difference between Playa del Carmen and Ixtapa?

Ixtapa is 1h behind Playa del Carmen. It is currently 05:11 in Playa del Carmen and 04:11 in Ixtapa.

Can I drive from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa is 2100 km. It takes approximately 24h 58m to drive from Playa del Carmen to Ixtapa.

Where can I stay near Ixtapa?

There are 425+ hotels available in Ixtapa. Prices start at $2.76 per night.
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