How much is the bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas start from $116. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

The average bus trip duration from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Turistar .

Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from ETN , Futura , Chihuahuenses , Turistar .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas generates an estimated 9 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 Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 216 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ETN has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ETN , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	11h 20m	11:40pm	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	10h 35m	6:55am	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	11h 40m	11:40pm	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	10h 55m	6:55am	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	No tags

Next departures for Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	11h 20m	11:40pm	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Puerto Vallarta Blvrd Riviera Nayarit Bus Station	10h 35m	6:55am	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	11h 40m	11:40pm	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta	10h 55m	6:55am	Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:02 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Zacatecas. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

224 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$116 - $157	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $42	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Puerto Vallarta and Zacatecas?

Stops in Puerto Vallarta

A
Puerto Vallarta Airport
Visit page
B
Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta
Carretera Tepic km 9 Col. Mojoneras , 48380 Puerto Vallarta

Stops in Zacatecas

A
Central de Autobuses de Zacatecas - Grupo Senda y Omnibus
Calle Transito Pesado s/n (Fraccionamiento Lomas de Isabelica), 98099 Zacatecas
Visit page
B
Mexicali Centro Civico
Apóstol Norte 20, Zacatecas, Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
Visit page

Compare bus companies

ETN

4.5/5218 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.9

Futura

3.5/5736 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Chihuahuenses

3/5160 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.8

Turistar

4/520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas 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 Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas start from $116. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
The average bus trip duration from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Turistar.
Which bus companies service the Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from ETN, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Turistar.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
The earliest bus departs from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
A bus trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas generates an estimated 9 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 Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETN, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 216 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ETN has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ETN, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETN, 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.

Best price found

11/26

$136

11/27

$140

Today

$90

11/29

No data

11/30

$139

12/01

$138

12/02

$139

12/03

$139

The cheapest trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $90

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

You can expect to pay from $90 to $140 for a bus ticket from Puerto Vallarta to Zacatecas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2025-12-01.