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Today23 Jun
from US$34
Tomorrow24 Jun
from US$30
Wed25 Jun
from US$30
Thu26 Jun
from US$30
Fri27 Jun
from US$30
Sat28 Jun
from US$30
Sun29 Jun
Mon30 Jun
from US$30

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
    Departure location: San Cristobal de las Casas
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Tapachula
    Destination location: OCC Tapachula
    Operated by: OCC + OCC
    OCC + OCC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
    Departure location: San Cristobal de las Casas
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Tapachula
    Destination location: OCC Tapachula
    Operated by: OCCOCC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
    Departure location: San Cristobal de las Casas
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Tapachula
    Destination location: OCC Tapachula
    Operated by: OCCOCC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
    Departure location: San Cristobal de las Casas
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Tapachula
    Destination location: Terminal Rápidos del Sur - Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez
    Operated by: Cristobal ColonCristobal Colon
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
    Departure location: San Cristobal de las Casas
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Tapachula
    Destination location: OCC Tapachula
    Operated by: OCC + OCC
    OCC + OCC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula

Bus
Average priceUS$23 - US$49Average duration8h 55m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$18 - US$18Average duration8h 20m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Tapachula. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
8h 20mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration8h 55m
Number of daily buses7.682926829268292
Earliest bus departure05:00
Distance128 miles
Latest bus departure22:05

San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Tapachula from San Cristóbal de las Casas, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Cristóbal de las Casas - Tapachula

  1. How far is Tapachula from San Cristóbal de las Casas by coach?

    The distance between San Cristóbal de las Casas and Tapachula by coach is approximately 128 miles (206 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Tapachula from San Cristóbal de las Casas without a car?

    You can travel to Tapachula from San Cristóbal de las Casas by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
21/06
US$29
22/06
US$29
Today
US$29
24/06
US$30
25/06
US$29
26/06
US$29
27/06
US$29
28/06
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula was searched and found on 23 Jun 2025 with a price of US$29

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

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$42 for a bus ticket from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-06-28.

Usually OCC 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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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 San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Tapachula.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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