What is the travel distance from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río?

The distance between the two cities is 63 miles (101 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río?

The majority of buses traveling from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río start their journey at Puerto Vallarta Airport and wind up at México 15 188. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	6h 28m	7:28pm	134 Av. Hidalgo	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	4h 44m	8:14pm	134 Av. Hidalgo	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	3h 59m	8:14pm	134 Av. Hidalgo	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	4h 22m	11:37am	134 Av. Hidalgo	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	4h 18m	2:33pm	134 Av. Hidalgo	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ixtlán del Río. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

62 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $28	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $24	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.7

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Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

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Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.7

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Where are the popular stops in Puerto Vallarta and Ixtlán del Río?

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

A - Puerto Vallarta Airport

B - Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta

Stops in Ixtlán del Río

A - México 15 188

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río by bus

What is the travel distance from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $21 for a bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Ixtlán del Río based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-21.