Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tepic Central Bus Station | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile | Central de Autobuses Papagayo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tepic Central Bus Station | Acapulco Ejido | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tepic Central Bus Station | Acapulco Ejido | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:44 PM MST.
Get from Tepic to Acapulco
The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tepic and Acapulco?
Stops in Tepic
- AAv. Insurgentes #492 Oriente, Km 220 (Col. Menchaca), 63150 Tepic
- BRepública de Chile 34, Menchaca, 63150 Tepic, Nay., Mexico
- C
Blvrd Luis Donaldo Colosio 230
Blvrd Luis Donaldo Colosio 230, Rivas Allende, Tepic, Nay., Mexico
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tepic to Acapulco 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 Tepic to Acapulco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tepic to Acapulco start from $256. The average price for this route is around $258. 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 Tepic to Acapulco?
The average bus travel time from Tepic to Acapulco is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 736 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 24m and is operated by Elite.
Which bus companies service the Tepic to Acapulco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Elite, Futura, Norte de Sonora, Chihuahuenses, Nayar, Pacifico.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tepic to Acapulco?
The earliest bus departs from Tepic to Acapulco at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tepic to Acapulco?
A bus trip from Tepic to Acapulco generates an estimated 18 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 Tepic to Acapulco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Futura, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 736 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tepic to Acapulco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chihuahuenses has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tepic to Acapulco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Nayar, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tepic to Acapulco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Futura, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 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 Tepic to Acapulco was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tepic to Acapulco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $199 to $223 for a bus ticket from Tepic to Acapulco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2025-12-17.
