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Sun31 Aug
from US$61
Mon1 Sept
from US$61
Tue2 Sept
from US$61
Wed3 Sept
from US$62
Thu4 Sept
from US$61
Fri5 Sept
from US$61
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Potosí
    Departure location: Central de Autobuses
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampico
    Destination location: Rosalio Bustamante
    Operated by: Transportes FronteraTransportes Frontera
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Potosí
    Departure location: Central de Autobuses
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampico
    Destination location: Rosalio Bustamante
    Operated by: FuturaFutura
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Potosí
    Departure location: Central de Autobuses
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampico
    Destination location: Rosalio Bustamante
    Operated by: ORIENTE SELECTORIENTE SELECT
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Potosí
    Departure location: Central de Autobuses
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampico
    Destination location: Rosalio Bustamante
    Operated by: Transportes FronteraTransportes Frontera
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Potosí
    Departure location: San Luis Potosí Boulevard San Luis
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampico
    Destination location: Ciudad Madero Av. Ejército Mexicano
    Operated by: ETNETN
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Potosí to Tampico

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$298Average duration16h 29m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$36Average duration6h 10m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from San Luis Potosí to Tampico

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Tampico. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
6h 10mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Potosí to Tampico: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$195
Average bus trip duration16h 29m
Number of daily buses38
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance198 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

San Luis Potosí to Tampico Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Luis Potosí to Tampico. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from San Luis Potosí to Tampico will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Luis Potosí to Tampico, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Potosí - Tampico

  1. What's the distance between San Luis Potosí and Tampico by coach?

    The journey from San Luis Potosí to Tampico by coach covers an approximate distance of 201 miles (324 km).

  2. How can I get from San Luis Potosí to Tampico without driving?

    You can reach Tampico from San Luis Potosí by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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
27/08
US$53
28/08
US$53
Today
US$141
30/08
US$53
31/08
US$53
01/09
US$53
02/09
US$53
03/09
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Potosí to Tampico was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$53

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

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$141 for a bus ticket from San Luis Potosí to Tampico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-09-01.

Usually Senda Diamante, ETN 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

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 San Luis Potosí and Tampico!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Luis Potosí to Tampico, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Luis Potosí to Tampico that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Luis Potosí to Tampico while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus from Tampico to San Luis Potosí

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