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

The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo start from $167. The average price for this route is around $170. 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 Zihuatanejo?

The average bus travel time from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 25m and is operated by Norte de Sonora .

Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Futura , Pacifico , ETN , Norte de Sonora , Nayar .

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

The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo generates an estimated 13 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 Zihuatanejo?

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 216 reviews.

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

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 Zihuatanejo?

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 Zihuatanejo?

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 Zihuatanejo from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Futura + Elite	Bus	11:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	16h 25m	3:25pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	No tags
Elite + Pacifico	Bus	1:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	18h 50m	7:50am	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	No tags
Futura + ETN	Bus	9:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	1d 11h	8:59am	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	No tags
ETN + Futura	Bus	9:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	1d 11h	8:59am	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	No tags
ETN + Futura	Bus	9:20pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	1d 11h	8:59am	Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zihuatanejo. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 50mAverage Duration

514 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$167 - $295	Average Duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo?

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

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

Stops in Zihuatanejo

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo
Av. Paseo de Zihuatanejo Oriente No. 67 , Col. Zona Industrial C.P. 40880
Visit page
B
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus
Carretera Nacional Zihuatanejo-Acapulco s/n, El Hujal , 40880 Zihuatanejo
Visit page
C
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Autovias
Paseo de Zihuatanejo (Frente a la Gasolinera y al Seguro Social) - El Hujal, Jose Azueta, 40880 Zihuatanejo

Compare bus companies

Futura

3.5/5736 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

The bus service received mixed reviews, with many customers praising the comfortable seats, good amenities, and excellent drivers. However, there were consistent complaints about significant delays in arrival times ranging from 2 to 7 hours late. Additionally, some passengers found the air conditioning too cold during the journey.

Futura Puerto Vallarta Zihuatanejo recent customer reviews

The bus and bathrooms were clean, good drivers. One complaint is the air conditioner is set too low, everyone was cold, huddling under blankets, coats and whatever they had with them!

Patricia B.

February 20, 2024

Driver was going insanely fast. We couldn’t sleep, also it smelled like cigarettes because he was smoking all night long during the ride. There was puke in the sink on the toilet. Never again!

Marlene K.

March 9, 2023

One would think that if our bus arrived five hours late it could have been calculated into the posted schedule.. Two hours late leaving PV and seven hours late arriving Zihua.

James T.

January 23, 2023

Pacifico

3/5260 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.6

ETN

4.5/5218 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.9

Norte de Sonora

Nayar

2/522 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo 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 Zihuatanejo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo start from $167. The average price for this route is around $170. 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 Zihuatanejo?
The average bus travel time from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 25m and is operated by Norte de Sonora.
Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Futura, Pacifico, ETN, Norte de Sonora, Nayar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo generates an estimated 13 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 Zihuatanejo?
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 216 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
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 Zihuatanejo?
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 Zihuatanejo?
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.

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$129

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$129

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$127

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$129

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$127

The cheapest trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $127

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 Zihuatanejo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $127 to $129 for a bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2025-12-02.