Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Tampico to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 489, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampico to Cárdenas, TAB 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 Tampico to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampico to Cárdenas start at R 2 489. The average price for this route is around R 2 531. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tampico to Cárdenas?
The average bus journey time from Tampico to Cárdenas is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 666 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 30m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Tampico to Cárdenas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampico to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Tampico to Cárdenas at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampico to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Tampico to Cárdenas produces an estimated 17 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 Tampico to Cárdenas?
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 10078 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampico to Cárdenas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampico to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampico to Cárdenas?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tampico to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 175To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampico to Cárdenas, TAB as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 175 to R 2 477 for a bus ticket from Tampico to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 178, which is on 2026-01-08.
Usually ADO GL 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.
