How much is the bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara start from $79. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

The average bus travel time from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara is 5h, covering a distance of 187 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by ETN .

Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from ETN , Elite , Pacifico , Futura , Chihuahuenses , Turistar , Norte de Sonora , Only Riviera , Nayar .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 229 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ETN has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETN , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	5h 10m	4:00am	Guadalajara Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	4h 30m	3:30am	Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	5h 22m	4:22am	Nueva Central Camionera de Guadalajara	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	5h 31m	5:30am	Guadalajara Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	4h 21m	4:20am	Zapopan Central de Autobuses (Guadalajara)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Guadalajara. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

105carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

189 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $382	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $51	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara?

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

A
Puerto Vallarta Airport
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B
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta
Carretera Tepic km 9 Col. Mojoneras , 48380 Puerto Vallarta

Stops in Guadalajara

A
Estación Juárez Parada de Autobuses
Av. Del Federalismo Nte. 800 (esq. Av. Juárez), 44100 Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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B
Nueva Central
Terminal de Autobuses de Guadalajara, Carretera Libre a Zapotlanejo y entronque carretera a Tonalá Km. 1.5, 44100 Guadalajara
Visit page
C
Terminal de Autobuses de Tlaquepaque
Anillo Periférico Sur #8010, Col. Santa María Tequepexpan, 45601 Tlaquepaque, Jalisco
Visit page
D
Guadalajara Airport
E
Terminal de Autobuses Nuevo Milenio de Zapopan
Carretera A Nogales No. 1110, Casi Esq. Av. Aviación (Col. San Juan de Ocotan), 20230 Zapopan, Jal.
F
Forum de Tlaquepaque - Parada de Autobuses
Blvd. Marcelino García Barragán No. 2077 (Col. Lomas del Paradero), 44840, Guadalajara

Compare bus companies

ETN

4.5/5230 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.8

Users consistently highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the bus service, with many praising the spacious seating and overall ease of travel. The experience is described as excellent, luxurious, and quiet. However, there was a mention of receiving contradictory information about boarding locations between Puerto Vallarta and Nayarit stations.

ETN Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara recent customer reviews

Everything was clean, so easy and the bus was incredibly comfortable and quiet. I’m am very pleased.

Venus E.

June 18, 2025

When I booked I was unaware of what I consider to be a deceptive description. I booked an origin city of Puerta Vallarta. Turns out the bus terminal was in Nueva Nayarit. When I got to bus terminal 45 minutes early I showed my ticket to sales agent & she told me where the bus would be coming in. I had a time of 3:40 & when bus did not arrive then I showed my ticket to the security person & he said bus would be there at 4. When the bus arrived at 4 I was told my ticket was not valid as that bus had already left & this bus was going to Mexico City. I then went back to original ticket & she explained to me I was at wrong terminal & I had to buy another ticket, which did & just made the 4:00 bus. So I paid twice. I’m not happy as looking at the ticket it says Puerta Vallarta when in fact the bus terminal is either in Nueva Vallarta or Nuevo Nayarit.

Malcolm N.

March 10, 2025

The bus was luxurious-very comfortable, clean spacious seats. My friend & I sat downstairs in two of the six downstairs seats.

Valerie B.

January 29, 2025

Elite

2.5/5173 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.2

Pacifico

3/5266 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0.5

Users have highlighted the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, with features like air conditioning, legroom, outlets, USB ports, and clean washrooms being appreciated. The drivers are noted for their professionalism and friendliness. However, some users experienced issues such as unclear bus station markings or late arrivals without clear reasons provided.

Pacifico Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara recent customer reviews

Satisfied with arriving safely. Dissatisfied with arriving (almost 2 hours late) than scheduled time. An older style bus but functional.

Rodger R.

January 19, 2026

Very comfortable bus, the driver allowed us to change seats so we could both have functional seatbelts. We did arrive 45 minutes later than posted arrival time; not sure why as traffic wasn’t bad. Grateful for an experienced, professional driver.

Sharon S.

December 18, 2025

Martin the driver was fantastic! Very professional and excellent. The trip was started on time and was smooth.

Jason B.

November 22, 2025

Futura

3.5/5763 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Passengers have shared positive experiences with helpful and friendly drivers, modern buses equipped with air conditioning and entertainment screens, as well as clean facilities. However, some users noted issues such as malfunctioning seat recliners and footrests, language settings on TVs not being adjustable to English, lack of toilet paper in restrooms, and occasional delays during the journey.

Futura Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara recent customer reviews

We took bus from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara. Station well organized Bus On time. Driver helpful. Bus clean windows washed. My seat wouldn’t recline and footrest didn’t work but others in our group were fine. Not as nice as Primero Plus but decent way to travel

Flora S.

January 16, 2025

Very nice bus with comfortable seats. Driver had to stop several times to let his copilot pee… There’s a bathroom on the bus!

Darren M.

March 4, 2024

My arrival to the airport was an almost an hour late causing me to miss my flight on “AeroMexico” back to Chicago. $400 was the price of my flight. Can I speak with a manager please?

Jaime D.

February 19, 2024

Chihuahuenses

3/5166 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.8

Turistar

4/520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

Norte de Sonora

2/55 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

Only Riviera

Nayar

2/523 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness2.2

Wifi0

MX bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara, MX 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 Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara start from $79. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
The average bus travel time from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara is 5h, covering a distance of 187 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by ETN.
Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from ETN, Elite, Pacifico, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Turistar, Norte de Sonora, Only Riviera, Nayar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 229 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ETN has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETN, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

01-24

$62

01-25

$62

Today

$62

01-27

$98

01-28

$62

01-29

$100

01-30

$62

01-31

$66

The cheapest trip from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara, MX was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $100 for a bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara, MX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-01-30.