How much is the bus ticket from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta start from $166. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

The average bus travel time from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta is 12h 48m, covering a distance of 515 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 48m and is operated by Futura .

Which bus companies service the Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Futura , Estrella de Oro , Elite , Diamante , Estrella de Oro Pluss , Travelcharter , Parhikuni , Chihuahuenses , Pacifico .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

The earliest bus departs from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta at 8:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

A bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta generates an estimated 13 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 Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Parhikuni , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Diamante has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?

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

Bus Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	12h 48m	8:48am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Estrella de Oro Pluss + Futura	Bus	8:35pm	Zihuatanejo	1d 9h	6:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	12h 48m	9:43am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Futura + Estrella de Oro Pluss	Bus	9:45pm	Zihuatanejo	1d 8h	6:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Diamante + Futura	Bus	10:30pm	Zihuatanejo	1d 7h	6:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Get from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 48mAverage Duration

515 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Zihuatanejo and Puerto Vallarta?

Stops in Zihuatanejo

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo
Av. Paseo de Zihuatanejo Oriente No. 67 , Col. Zona Industrial C.P. 40880
Visit page
B
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus
Carretera Nacional Zihuatanejo-Acapulco s/n, El Hujal , 40880 Zihuatanejo
Visit page
C
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Autovias
Paseo de Zihuatanejo (Frente a la Gasolinera y al Seguro Social) - El Hujal, Jose Azueta, 40880 Zihuatanejo

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

A
Puerto Vallarta Airport
Visit page
B
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta
Carretera Tepic km 9 Col. Mojoneras , 48380 Puerto Vallarta

Compare bus companies

Futura

3.5/5737 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Based on 737 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Futura ticket prices on this trip start at $166

Futura Zihuatanejo Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

The bus was two hours late to depart. It was suppose to have arrived in Puerto Vallarta at 10 am and did arrive at 4 pm . The last I used this service it was on time. Not sure what the problem was

Patrick H.

March 15, 2025

I was supposed to arrive in Puerto Vallarta at 7.45 am .. I’m still on the bus and it’s midday ... I have a flight at 2pm to San Francisco than back home to Australia this evening. I still have 100km till I arrive in Puerto Vallarta.. The driver is picking up every local in every town and stops for a Large amount of time .. I’m probably going to miss my flight which is going to cost me a lot of money ... I’m not happy eta was 7.45am and it’s 12 noon and I’m still a hour or two away from my destination.🤬

Emma C.

March 13, 2019

2 hours late

Dane W.

March 7, 2025

Estrella de Oro

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

Elite

2.5/5168 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.2

Diamante

4/5364 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Estrella de Oro Pluss

4.5/5239 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.3

Travelcharter

3/53 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Parhikuni

4.5/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.6

Chihuahuenses

3/5161 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.8

Pacifico

3/5261 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta 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 Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta start from $166. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
The average bus travel time from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta is 12h 48m, covering a distance of 515 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 48m and is operated by Futura.
Which bus companies service the Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Futura, Estrella de Oro, Elite, Diamante, Estrella de Oro Pluss, Travelcharter, Parhikuni, Chihuahuenses, Pacifico.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
The earliest bus departs from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta at 8:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
A bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta generates an estimated 13 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 Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Parhikuni, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Diamante has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Estrella de Oro, 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

12-11

$129

12-12

$129

Today

$126

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$130

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The cheapest trip from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $126

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

You can expect to pay from $126 to $130 for a bus ticket from Zihuatanejo to Puerto Vallarta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2025-12-14.