Bus from Mexico City to Acapulco: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mexico City to Acapulco on August 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SKPT de ViajeBus
Metro Chabacano (Pastelerías Esperanza)
Diana Cazadora AcapulcoCheapest
ALTAMARBus
Hospital Siglo Xxi
HOSPITAL GENERAL VICENTE GRO -, 7 Av. Adolfo Ruiz CortinezFastest
Estrella de Oro PlussBus
Terminal Sur
Terminal Acapulco CosteraNo tags
DiamanteBus
Terminal Sur
Terminal Acapulco CosteraNo tags
ALTAMARBus
Mexico D.F. Norte - 4907 EJE Central Lazaro Cardenas
LAS CRUCES COSTA CHICANo tags
ETNBus
Mexico Poniente, Ciudad De Mexico
Acapulco Bus Station, Av Cuauhtémoc 1605, AkapulkoNo tags
SKPT de ViajeBus
Metro General Anaya
Diana Cazadora AcapulcoNo tags
BaraticketBus
Metro General Anaya
Acapulco 180No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:18 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mexico City to Acapulco

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Acapulco. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11shuttle per day
5h 15mAverage Duration
283 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $827Average Duration5h
7kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$42 - $54Average Duration5h 15m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mexico City to Acapulco by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Acapulco start from $37. The average price for this route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    The average bus travel time from Mexico City to Acapulco is 5h, covering a distance of 289 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 6m and is operated by ALTAMAR.

  3. Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Acapulco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 82 buses available per day, including services from Estrella de Oro Diamante, Diamante, Estrella de Oro Pluss, Viaje Xpress, ALTAMAR, Baraticket, Ecos Autotransporte, SKPT de Viaje, Estrella de Oro, ETN, Futura, Autobuses Costeños, Elite, Turistar.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Acapulco at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    A bus trip from Mexico City to Acapulco generates an estimated 7.20755 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 235 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Estrella de Oro has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Estrella de Oro, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mexico City to Acapulco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-09
$41
08-10
$41
Today
$42
08-12
$39
08-13
$39
08-14
$39
08-15
$39
08-16
$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mexico City to Acapulco was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $125 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Acapulco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-08-12.

Usually ETN will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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