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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ADO Veracruz | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Veracruz | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Veracruz | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Veracruz | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Veracruz | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Veracruz to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Veracruz, MX to Cárdenas, TAB by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Veracruz to Cárdenas start from $68. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
The average bus trip duration from Veracruz to Cárdenas is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Veracruz to Cárdenas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Veracruz to Cárdenas at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Veracruz to Cárdenas generates an estimated 8 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 Veracruz to Cárdenas?
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 10105 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ADO, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Veracruz to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Veracruz, MX to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Veracruz, MX to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $59 to $65 for a bus ticket from Veracruz, MX to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2026-01-13.
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.
