Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avenida Ejido | Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Puerto Vallarta. The journey takes about 17 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$217 - $270 | Average Duration17h 29m | 18kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$111 - $111 | Average Duration15h 40m | 30kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta?
Stops in Acapulco
- A
Terminal Cruces, Las Cruces, Acapulco de Juárez
Blvd. Vicente Guerrero 72, Cd Renacimiento, 39715 Acapulco de Juárez, Gro., Mexico - BBlvd. de las Naciones 34, Granjas del Marqués, 39907 Acapulco de Juárez, Gro., Mexico
- C
Terminal de Autobuses Ejido
Av. Ejido No. 47 (Col. Palmar del Carabali), 39189 Acapulco - D
Terminal Diamante de Acapulco
Blvd. de las Naciones No. 1400 Lt 2 Mz. 24 Zona 1 Col La Zanja C. P. 39897 - E
Terminal de Autobuses de Acapulco - Papagayo
AV. Cuauhtémoc No. 1605 - Esq. con Cerrada de Camino (Col. Centro), 39350 Acapulco
Stops in Puerto Vallarta
- B
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta
Carretera Tepic km 9 Col. Mojoneras , 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta by bus
What is the distance between Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta?
The distance covered from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta is 701 km (435 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Cruces, Las Cruces, Acapulco de Juárez, in Acapulco, and end it at Puerto Vallarta Airport, in Puerto Vallarta.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $187To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $187 to $191 for a bus ticket from Acapulco to Puerto Vallarta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2025-11-25.
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