Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | TAPO | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | TAPO | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | TAPO | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal del Norte | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
AU + ADO | Bus | TAPO | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Mexico City to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mexico City to Cárdenas, TAB 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 Mexico City to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Cárdenas start from $68. The average price for this route is around $105. 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 Mexico City to Cárdenas?
The average bus trip duration from Mexico City to Cárdenas is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 390 miles (629 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by AU.
Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Cárdenas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Cárdenas at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Mexico City to Cárdenas generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mexico City 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 9963 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City 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 has the most timely service from Mexico City to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mexico City to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $96 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually ADO 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.
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