Bus Tickets from Tapachula to Palenque

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 25 at
    Departure city: Tapachula
    Departure location: OCC Tapachula
    Arrival time: May 26 at
    Destination city: Palenque
    Destination location: Central de Autobuses ADO
    Operated by: OCCOCC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:05 PM CST.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tapachula to Palenque

Bus
Average PriceUS$55 - US$69Average Duration13h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$31 - US$31Average Duration8h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Tapachula to Palenque

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palenque. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
8h 40mAverage Duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tapachula to Palenque: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$68
Average Bus Trip Duration13h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:00am
Distance290 km
Latest bus departure11:00am

Tapachula to Palenque Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tapachula - Palenque

  1. How long is the bus ride from Tapachula to Palenque?

    The trip from Tapachula to Palenque will take on average 13h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Palenque in 13h

  2. How far is Tapachula from Palenque?

    The distance between Tapachula and Palenque is approximately 291 km (180 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Tapachula to Palenque?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Palenque from Tapachula; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$55, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Tapachula to Palenque?

    You can expect to pay around US$68 for the bus ride from Tapachula to Palenque.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-22
US$59
05-23
US$59
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US$59
05-25
US$59
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05-29
US$59
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tapachula to Palenque was searched and found on May 23, 2025 with a price of US$59

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

You can expect to pay from US$59 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Tapachula to Palenque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$59 which is on 2025-05-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tapachula and Palenque!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tapachula to Palenque, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tapachula to Palenque.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tapachula to Palenque, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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