Bus from Cancún to Tapachula: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cancún to Tapachula on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OCCBus
ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
OCC TapachulaCheapest
OCCBus
ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
OCC TapachulaFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:48 AM EST.

Get from Cancún to Tapachula

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
902 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cancún to Tapachula by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cancún to Tapachula?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cancún to Tapachula start from $185. The average price for this route is around $198. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cancún to Tapachula?

    The average bus travel time from Cancún to Tapachula is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 902 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by OCC.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cancún to Tapachula route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from OCC, ADO GL, AU.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cancún to Tapachula?

    The earliest bus departs from Cancún to Tapachula at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cancún to Tapachula?

    A bus trip from Cancún to Tapachula generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cancún to Tapachula?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO GL, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 945 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cancún to Tapachula?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO GL has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cancún to Tapachula?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO GL, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cancún to Tapachula?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO GL, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
12-24
$172
12-25
$172
Today
$172
12-27
$172
12-28
$172
12-29
$171
12-30
$171
12-31
$171
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cancún to Tapachula was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $171

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

You can expect to pay from $171 to $202 for a bus ticket from Cancún to Tapachula based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2025-12-31.

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.

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