How much is the bus ticket from Tapachula to Mexico City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tapachula to Mexico City start from $159. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?

The average bus travel time from Tapachula to Mexico City is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 890 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 35m and is operated by OCC .

Which bus companies service the Tapachula to Mexico City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from OCC , ADO GL , AU , ADO , Autotravel , Cristobal Colon .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tapachula to Mexico City?

The earliest bus departs from Tapachula to Mexico City at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tapachula to Mexico City?

A bus trip from Tapachula to Mexico City generates an estimated 22 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?

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 10181 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tapachula to Mexico City?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tapachula to Mexico City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?

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.

Bus Tapachula to Mexico City from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cristobal Colon + ADO GL	Bus	1:50pm	Central de Autobuses ADO/OCC [Tapachula]	21h 50m	11:40am	TAPO	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 40m	11:40am	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 35m	12:35pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
OCC + ADO GL	Bus	11:00am	OCC Tapachula	1d	11:40am	TAPO	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 30m	3:00pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
AU + ADO GL	Bus	4:15pm	Terminal Rápidos del Sur - Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez	21h 55m	2:10pm	TAPO	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 40m	11:40am	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 35m	12:35pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
OCC + ADO GL	Bus	8:00am	OCC Tapachula	1d 3h	11:40am	TAPO	No tags
ADO GL + ADO	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 40m	11:40am	TAPO	No tags

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 25m	12:25pm	Terminal del Norte	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 30m	11:30am	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 20m	2:50pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
ADO GL + ADO	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 40m	11:40am	TAPO	No tags
OCC + ADO GL	Bus	8:00am	OCC Tapachula	1d 3h	11:30am	TAPO	No tags

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 25m	12:25pm	Terminal del Norte	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 30m	11:30am	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 20m	2:50pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
ADO GL + ADO	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 50m	11:50am	TAPO	No tags
OCC + ADO GL	Bus	6:00am	OCC Tapachula	1d 5h	11:30am	TAPO	No tags

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cristobal Colon + OCC	Bus	2:45pm	Terminal Rápidos del Sur - Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez	1d 1h	4:40pm	TAPO	Cheapest
Cristobal Colon + OCC	Bus	8:05pm	Central de Autobuses ADO/OCC [Tapachula]	20h 35m	4:40pm	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 35m	12:35pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
AU + OCC	Bus	4:15pm	Terminal Rápidos del Sur - Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez	1d	4:40pm	TAPO	No tags
Cristobal Colon + OCC	Bus	7:45pm	Terminal Rápidos del Sur - Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez	20h 55m	4:40pm	TAPO	No tags

Next departures for Tapachula to Mexico City on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
OCC + ADO	Bus	8:30pm	OCC Tapachula	22h 30m	7:00pm	TAPO	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	20h 40m	11:40am	TAPO	Fastest
	Bus	3:00pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 35m	12:35pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags
OCC + ADO GL	Bus	6:00am	OCC Tapachula	1d 5h	11:40am	TAPO	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	OCC Tapachula	21h 30m	3:00pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:50 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tapachula to Mexico City

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mexico City. The journey takes about 15 hours, and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

15hAverage Duration

890 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $413	Average Duration20h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$78 - $108	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

OCC

3.5/51,309 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

ADO GL

4/5967 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.7

AU

4/5892 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

ADO

4/510,183 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Autotravel

1.5/524 reviews

Staff2

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness1.6

Wifi0.6

Cristobal Colon

3.5/5132 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tapachula to Mexico City 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tapachula to Mexico City start from $159. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?
The average bus travel time from Tapachula to Mexico City is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 890 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 35m and is operated by OCC.
Which bus companies service the Tapachula to Mexico City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from OCC, ADO GL, AU, ADO, Autotravel, Cristobal Colon.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tapachula to Mexico City?
The earliest bus departs from Tapachula to Mexico City at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tapachula to Mexico City?
A bus trip from Tapachula to Mexico City generates an estimated 22 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?
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 10181 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tapachula to Mexico City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tapachula to Mexico City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Tapachula to Mexico City?
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.

Best price found

01-21

$146

01-22

$173

Today

$173

01-24

$173

01-25

$172

01-26

$173

01-27

$173

01-28

$171

The cheapest trip from Tapachula to Mexico City was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $146

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

You can expect to pay from $146 to $173 for a bus ticket from Tapachula to Mexico City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2026-01-28.