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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Heroica Nogales Albatros Buses SA De CV | Empalme, Sonora | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Heroica Nogales Bus Station | Empalme Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Heroica Nogales Bus Station | Empalme Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heroica Nogales Bus Station | Empalme Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heroica Nogales Bus Station | Empalme Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Nogales to Empalme
The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Nogales and Empalme?
Stops in Nogales
- AAvenida Álvaro Obregón No. 2562, El Greco - 84000 Nogales
- B
Central TAP de Nogales
Av. Alvaro Obregon # 2036 - Colonia El Greco, 84066 Heroica Nogales, Son.
Stops in Empalme
- A
Empalme
Carretera Internacional Km 2 - Sector Oriente s/n, 85349 Empalme
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nogales, SON, MX to Empalme, SON by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Nogales to Empalme?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nogales to Empalme start from $44. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nogales to Empalme?
The average bus travel time from Nogales to Empalme is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 373 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Nogales to Empalme route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Elite, Autobuses Albatros.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nogales to Empalme?
The earliest bus departs from Nogales to Empalme at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nogales to Empalme?
A bus trip from Nogales to Empalme generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nogales to Empalme?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autobuses Albatros, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nogales to Empalme?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nogales to Empalme?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autobuses Albatros, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nogales to Empalme?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autobuses Albatros, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nogales, SON, MX to Empalme, SON was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nogales, SON, MX to Empalme, SON, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $47 for a bus ticket from Nogales, SON, MX to Empalme, SON based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Tufesa 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.
