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

The cheapest bus tickets from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta start from $31. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?

The average bus travel time from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Chihuahuenses .

Which bus companies service the Tepic to Puerto Vallarta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 85 buses available per day, including services from Pacifico , Futura , Norte de Sonora , Chihuahuenses , Coras , Elite , Nayar .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?

The earliest bus departs from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Futura , with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 735 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chihuahuenses has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Nayar , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Futura , with a cleanliness rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tepic to Puerto Vallarta from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tepic to Puerto Vallarta on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15pm	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	12:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:15pm	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	1:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 20m	3:10am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	10:15pm	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	2:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 25m	1:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Next departures for Tepic to Puerto Vallarta on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	5:55am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	2h 50m	6:50am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	7:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 12m	11:27am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 15m	5:45am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Next departures for Tepic to Puerto Vallarta on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	5:55am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	2h 50m	6:50am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	7:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 12m	11:27am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 15m	5:45am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Next departures for Tepic to Puerto Vallarta on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	5:55am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	2h 50m	6:50am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	7:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 12m	11:27am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 15m	5:45am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Next departures for Tepic to Puerto Vallarta on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	5:55am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	2h 50m	6:50am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 10m	7:25am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Parada Camiones La Banderas, Tepic	3h 12m	11:27am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Av. Insurgentes y República de Chile	3h 15m	5:45am	Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta, Bahia de sin Nombre No. 363 192	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:49 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Puerto Vallarta. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

101 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $41	Average Duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $21	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tepic and Puerto Vallarta?

Stops in Tepic

A
Terminal de Autobuses
Av. Insurgentes #492 Oriente, Km 220 (Col. Menchaca), 63150 Tepic
Visit page
B
República de Chile 34
República de Chile 34, Menchaca, 63150 Tepic, Nay., Mexico
Visit page
C
Blvrd Luis Donaldo Colosio 230
Blvrd Luis Donaldo Colosio 230, Rivas Allende, Tepic, Nay., Mexico

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

Compare bus companies

Pacifico

3/5261 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.6

Based on 261 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Pacifico ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Pacifico Tepic Puerto Vallarta recent customer reviews

Modern and comfortable bus. Professional staff and a safe journey. The only thing I'd change is to increase the air temp in the bus 2 or 3 degrees because it was quite cold.

Darren S.

June 13, 2024

Bathroom on the bus was not open. My previous trip with pacifico had the same issue.

Dennis C.

April 12, 2024

Futura

3.5/5736 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Norte de Sonora

Chihuahuenses

3/5160 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.8

Coras

Elite

2.5/5167 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi1.2

Nayar

2/522 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta 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 Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta start from $31. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
The average bus travel time from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Chihuahuenses.
Which bus companies service the Tepic to Puerto Vallarta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 85 buses available per day, including services from Pacifico, Futura, Norte de Sonora, Chihuahuenses, Coras, Elite, Nayar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
The earliest bus departs from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
A bus trip from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Futura, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 735 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chihuahuenses has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Nayar, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Futura, with a cleanliness rating of 3.8 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

11-30

$24

12-01

$24

Today

$24

12-03

$25

12-04

$24

12-05

$24

12-06

$24

12-07

$24

The cheapest trip from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $29 for a bus ticket from Tepic to Puerto Vallarta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually Chihuahuenses 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.