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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Zapopan Guadalajara | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Empalme Bus Station | Zapopan Central de Autobuses (Guadalajara) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Terminal Zapopan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Empalme Bus Station | Nueva Central | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Empalme, Sonora | Estación Juárez Parada de Autobuses | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:33 AM MST.
Get from Empalme to Guadalajara
The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 806, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Empalme and Guadalajara?
Stops in Empalme
- A
Empalme
Carretera Internacional Km 2 - Sector Oriente s/n, 85349 Empalme
Stops in Guadalajara
- ATerminal de Autobuses de Guadalajara, Carretera Libre a Zapotlanejo y entronque carretera a Tonalá Km. 1.5, 44100 Guadalajara
- B
Estación Juárez Parada de Autobuses
Av. Del Federalismo Nte. 800 (esq. Av. Juárez), 44100 Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico - C
Guadalajara Airport
- D
Terminal de Autobuses de Tlaquepaque
Anillo Periférico Sur #8010, Col. Santa María Tequepexpan, 45601 Tlaquepaque, Jalisco - E
Santa Alicia
Plaza Santa Alicia, Avenida Guadalupe, Zapopan, Mexico - F
Forum de Tlaquepaque - Parada de Autobuses
Blvd. Marcelino García Barragán No. 2077 (Col. Lomas del Paradero), 44840, Guadalajara
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Empalme, SON to Guadalajara, MX by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Empalme to Guadalajara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Empalme to Guadalajara start at R 1 806. The average price for this route is around R 2 336. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Empalme to Guadalajara?
The average bus journey time from Empalme to Guadalajara is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 1116 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Empalme to Guadalajara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Elite, ELITE SELECT.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Empalme to Guadalajara?
The earliest bus departs from Empalme to Guadalajara at 06:12. And the latest bus departs at 20:16.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Empalme to Guadalajara?
A bus trip from Empalme to Guadalajara produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Empalme to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tufesa, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 700 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Empalme to Guadalajara?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ELITE SELECT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Empalme to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tufesa, with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Empalme to Guadalajara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ELITE SELECT, 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.
The cheapest trip from Empalme, SON to Guadalajara, MX was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 748To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Empalme, SON to Guadalajara, MX as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 748 to R 2 207 for a bus ticket from Empalme, SON to Guadalajara, MX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 748, which is on 2026-01-10.
Usually Tufesa will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
