How do I get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta without a car?

The best way to travel from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus ride from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

The average travel time from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta is about 8h 40m, but you can get there in as little as 6h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 196 miles (316 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Mazatlán from Puerto Vallarta?

Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta are 196 miles (316 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

Most of the buses traveling from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta leave from Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $43.

How much does a bus ticket from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta cost?

The bus ticket costs $57 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $43 to $117, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Puerto Vallarta?

Once in Puerto Vallarta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Las Caletas, Bay of Banderas, Old Town Vallarta, Sierra Madre Adventure and Las Marietas Islands.

Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 17

from $35

SunMay 18

from $35

MonMay 19

TueMay 20

from $35

WedMay 21

from $34

ThuMay 22

FriMay 23

SatMay 24

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 17 at 4:45am
Departure city: Mazatlán
Departure location: Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán
Arrival time: May 17 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Puerto Vallarta
Destination location: Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192
Operated by: Norte de Sonora + Pacifico
Norte de Sonora + Pacifico
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 17 at 11:00pm
Departure city: Mazatlán
Departure location: Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán
Arrival time: May 18 at 6:50am
Destination city: Puerto Vallarta
Destination location: Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192
Operated by: Chihuahuenses
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m
Departure time: May 17 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Mazatlán
Departure location: Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:45am
Destination city: Puerto Vallarta
Destination location: Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192
Operated by: Chihuahuenses
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 15m
Departure time: May 17 at 5:45am
Departure city: Mazatlán
Departure location: Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán
Arrival time: May 17 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Puerto Vallarta
Destination location: Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192
Operated by: Norte de Sonora + Pacifico
Norte de Sonora + Pacifico
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: May 17 at 11:00pm
Departure city: Mazatlán
Departure location: Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán
Arrival time: May 18 at 6:50am
Destination city: Puerto Vallarta
Destination location: Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192
Operated by: Chihuahuenses
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $117	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $28	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Puerto Vallarta. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$57

Average bus trip duration8h 40m

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance191 miles (308 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Chihuahuenses

3/5148 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.6

Customers appreciate the comfy seats and nice selection of films. Some suggest adding the service address for foreigners along with a map for better convenience.

Chihuahuenses Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

Bus smelled like urine, the driver kept turning off airflow, difficult to get comfortable

Andrea S.

January 11, 2024

Very good

Lynne O.

March 17, 2025

Long trip but safe

Daryoush A.

December 30, 2024

Futura

3.5/5674 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.8

Nayar

2/522 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Nayar ticket prices on this trip start at $41.00

Nayar Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

First, no w/c on a 5.5 hour trip. Second, the bus arrived late to our connection station. Primarily due to the bus driver stopping and in every little place to let people on and off like a city bus service! We therefore missed our connecting bus. Thirdly, the bus company would not allow us to catch the next available bus to Puerto Vallarta, because we didn't have a ticket for that bus. Fourthly, we then had to find our way to Puerto Vallarta. Uber or taxi were the only choices. So it was an Uber ride that cost $163.00 cdn. 40.00 dollars more than our overall bus ticket costs. So what was originally a fare for 125.00 now cost us 288.00 and a very long day!

Cary G.

November 18, 2024

Plan on the trip taking at least 90 minutes longer than posted. The bus will stop often to pick up local vendors and additional passengers. No onboard bathroom.

Miranda H.

April 11, 2024

Total chaos. No schedule and sense of timing. Took almost 12 hours to rch Puerto Vallarta. Do not, do not recommend bus trips.

Sanat H.

April 11, 2024

Tufesa

3.5/5662 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.1

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 4 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

TIM Express

Elite

2.5/5152 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.1

Turistar

4/516 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.2

Valle del Guadiana

2.5/517 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi3.4

Aguacaliente

3.5/532 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

ELITE SELECT

3/515 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

Transportes Frontera

2.5/5124 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.7

Pacifico

3/5239 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.6

Based on 239 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Pacifico ticket prices on this trip start at $98.00

Pacifico Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

The busstation was total chaos, ended up waiting in the wrong spot, no information from staff and long lines. I missed the bus and they didn’t tell me until 1h 30min later. Bus will arrive at platform 1 through 16 and coming soon they said

Stian S.

April 9, 2024

MX bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, ADO, Chihuahuenses, ETN, Los Limousines

Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta?

Stops in Mazatlán

A - Terminal de Autobuses de Mazatlán

B - Mazatlan Rincón de Urias

C - Mazatlan Huertos Familiares

D - Mazatlan

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

A - Puerto Vallarta Airport

B - Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mazatlán - Puerto Vallarta

How do I get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?
How far is Mazatlán from Puerto Vallarta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?
What is the cheapest way to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?
How much does a bus ticket from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Puerto Vallarta?

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

Best price found

05/14

$48

05/15

$48

Today

$48

05/17

$48

05/18

$48

05/19

$48

05/20

$48

05/21

$48

The cheapest trip from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $48 for a bus ticket from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-05-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta!

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 Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta.

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus Tickets from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta

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Bus Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta: Trip Overview

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Chihuahuenses Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

Nayar Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

Pacifico Mazatlán Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta Bus

Where are the popular stops in Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mazatlán - Puerto Vallarta

How do I get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

How far is Mazatlán from Puerto Vallarta?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

What is the cheapest way to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta?

How much does a bus ticket from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Puerto Vallarta?

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