How much is the bus ticket from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco start from $19. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

The average bus trip duration from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 122 miles (196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by ALTAMAR .

Which bus companies service the Zihuatanejo to Acapulco route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Estrella de Oro , Futura , ALTAMAR , Pacifico , Estrella de Oro Pluss , Elite , Diamante , Chihuahuenses .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

The earliest bus departs from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

A bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco generates an estimated 5 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Estrella de Oro Pluss , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Estrella de Oro , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?

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

Bus Zihuatanejo to Acapulco from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	3h 50m	8:15am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:10am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h	8:10am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags
Bus	7:43am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h	12:43pm	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 10m	8:35am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on December 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 30m	6:45am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	1:34am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 25m	6:59am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 10m	8:35am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on December 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 30m	6:45am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	1:34am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 25m	6:59am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on December 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	Cheapest
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	Fastest
Bus	1:15am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 30m	6:45am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	1:34am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 25m	6:59am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on December 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:20am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 30m	6:50am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	1:34am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 25m	6:59am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:45am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	4h 50m	2:35pm	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 20m	6:25pm	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Next departures for Zihuatanejo to Acapulco on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	7:50am	Acapulco Ejido	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:20am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 30m	6:50am	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h	9:25am	Acapulco Ejido	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Terminal Estrella de Oro	5h 20m	2:05pm	Acapulco Costera, Gro.	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus	4h 20m	8:10am	Central de Autobuses Papagayo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:57 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Acapulco. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $28	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $20	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zihuatanejo and Acapulco?

Stops in Zihuatanejo

A
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Omnibus
Carretera Nacional Zihuatanejo-Acapulco s/n, El Hujal , 40880 Zihuatanejo
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B
Terminal de Autobuses de Zihuatenejo
Av. Paseo de Zihuatanejo Oriente No. 67 , Col. Zona Industrial C.P. 40880
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C
Central de Autobuses de Zihuatanejo - Autovias
Paseo de Zihuatanejo (Frente a la Gasolinera y al Seguro Social) - El Hujal, Jose Azueta, 40880 Zihuatanejo

Stops in Acapulco

A
Terminal Cruces, Las Cruces, Acapulco de Juárez
Blvd. Vicente Guerrero 72, Cd Renacimiento, 39715 Acapulco de Juárez, Gro., Mexico
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B
Acapulco - Riviera Diamante
Blvd. de las Naciones 34, Granjas del Marqués, 39907 Acapulco de Juárez, Gro., Mexico
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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

Compare bus companies

Estrella de Oro

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

Based on 32 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the wifi. Estrella de Oro ticket prices on this trip start at $24

Estrella de Oro Zihuatanejo Acapulco recent customer reviews

Very happy with the service provided. All friendly and helpful and a comfortable journey. Would always recommend.

Jason F.

February 10, 2023

Futura

3.5/5739 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

ALTAMAR

2/568 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.6

Pacifico

3/5263 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.6

Estrella de Oro Pluss

4.5/5242 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.3

Elite

2.5/5172 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi1.2

Diamante

4/5364 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Chihuahuenses

3/5163 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.8

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zihuatanejo 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco start from $19. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
The average bus trip duration from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 122 miles (196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by ALTAMAR.
Which bus companies service the Zihuatanejo to Acapulco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Estrella de Oro, Futura, ALTAMAR, Pacifico, Estrella de Oro Pluss, Elite, Diamante, Chihuahuenses.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
The earliest bus departs from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
A bus trip from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco generates an estimated 5 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 Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Estrella de Oro Pluss, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Estrella de Oro, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Estrella de Oro, 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

12/24

$22

12/25

$22

Today

$22

12/27

$22

12/28

$22

12/29

$22

12/30

$21

12/31

$22

The cheapest trip from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $22 for a bus ticket from Zihuatanejo to Acapulco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually Estrella de Oro 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.