Bus Tickets from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta

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Next departures for Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta on October 8
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Central de Autobuses Papagayo
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192No tags
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Avenida Ejido
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192No tags
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Central de Autobuses Papagayo
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192No tags
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Central de Autobuses Papagayo
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192No tags
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Central de Autobuses Papagayo
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta

Bus
Average PriceUS$169 - US$248Average Duration18h 2m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$77 - US$77Average Duration15h 40m
30kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Puerto Vallarta. The journey takes about 18 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
18h 2mAverage Duration
US$169Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$172
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 2m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure11:30am
Distance703 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Acapulco - Puerto Vallarta

  1. What is the distance between Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta?

    The distance covered from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta is 701 km (435 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Cruces, Las Cruces, Acapulco de Juárez, in Acapulco, and end it at Puerto Vallarta Airport, in Puerto Vallarta.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of US$130

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta, as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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