How long is the bus ride from Tampico to Matamoros?

The average bus trip duration from Tampico to Matamoros is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 251 miles (405 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 1m and is operated by Omnibus de Oriente .

Which bus companies service the Tampico to Matamoros route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Senda Diamante , ADO , Futura , Transportes Frontera , Omnibus de Oriente , ADO GL , Transpais , Diamante , Conexion .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampico to Matamoros?

The earliest bus departs from Tampico to Matamoros at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros?

A bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Tampico to Matamoros?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 10078 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampico to Matamoros?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Senda Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Tampico to Matamoros?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampico to Matamoros?

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

Bus Tampico to Matamoros from $58 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Conexion + Omnibus de Oriente	Bus	5:20pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	11h 56m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	Cheapest
	Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	Fastest
	Bus	5:25pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	12:55am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	2:33pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 47m	10:20pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Conexion + Omnibus de Oriente	Bus	6:00pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	11h 16m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Conexion + Omnibus de Oriente	Bus	5:00pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	12h 16m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	6h 1m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	Fastest
	Bus	1:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	9:00am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	2:07am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 32m	9:39am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	6h 1m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	9:00am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	2:07am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 32m	9:39am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	16h 20m	9:05pm	Matamoros (Tamps)	No tags

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	6h 1m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	9:00am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	2:07am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 32m	9:39am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	21h 25m	11:10am	Matamoros (Tamps)	No tags

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	6h 1m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	9:00am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	2:07am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 32m	9:39am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Diamante + Futura	Bus	9:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	19h 12m	4:27am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures for Tampico to Matamoros on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	6h 1m	5:16am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	9:00am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	7:46am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	3:16pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	2:07am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 32m	9:39am	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	21h 25m	11:10am	Matamoros (Tamps)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampico to Matamoros

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Matamoros. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7hAverage Duration

252 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$0 - $239	Average Duration14h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $100	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampico and Matamoros?

Stops in Tampico

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda
Rosalio Bustamante No. 210, Allende, 89130 Tampico, TAMPS
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B
Terminal de Autobuses Norte de Tampico - Omnibus
Calle Belizario Dominguez No. 101 (esquina Carretera Tampico - Mante), Nuevo Progreso - 89318 Tampico
C
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Omnibus
Calle Rosalio Bustamante No. 210, Ignacio Allende - 89130 Tampico
D
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - ETN
Prolongacion Ejército Mexicano, 1436 (Col. Santo Niño), 89470 Tampico, TAMPS
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Stops in Matamoros

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros
Luis Aguilar 8, Modelo, 87360 Matamoros, Tamps., Mexico
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B
Sucursal Periferico MAM Parada de Autobuses
Blvd. Manuel Cabazos Lerma # 14 entre candido aguilar y av. Del Maestro, Matamoros 87390
C
Plaza Fiesta Parada de Autobuses
Avenida Pedro Cárdenas 100 (Fraccionamento Vitoria), 87390 Matamoros, TAMPS
D
La Copa Matamoros - Parada de Autobuses
Av. Rigo Tovar 2119 antes Prolongación González (Col. Lázaro Cárdenas), 87370 Matamoros

Compare bus companies

Senda Diamante

4/534 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.9

ADO

4/510,101 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Futura

3.5/5750 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.7

Transportes Frontera

2.5/5142 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi1

Omnibus de Oriente

2.5/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi0

ADO GL

4/5961 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.7

Transpais

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

Diamante

4/5364 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Conexion

2.5/549 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.3

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM by bus

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

How long is the bus ride from Tampico to Matamoros?
The average bus trip duration from Tampico to Matamoros is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 251 miles (405 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 1m and is operated by Omnibus de Oriente.
Which bus companies service the Tampico to Matamoros route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Senda Diamante, ADO, Futura, Transportes Frontera, Omnibus de Oriente, ADO GL, Transpais, Diamante, Conexion.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampico to Matamoros?
The earliest bus departs from Tampico to Matamoros at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros?
A bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tampico to Matamoros?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 10078 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampico to Matamoros?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Senda Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tampico to Matamoros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Transpais, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampico to Matamoros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transpais, 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

01/04

$65

01/05

$65

Today

$67

01/07

$62

01/08

$60

01/09

$59

01/10

$60

01/11

$60

The cheapest trip from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $83 for a bus ticket from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually ADO GL 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.