How long is the bus journey from Tampico to Matamoros?

The average bus journey time from Tampico to Matamoros is 14h 6m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 1m and is operated by ORIENTE .

Which bus companies service the Tampico to Matamoros route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Senda Diamante , Futura , ADO , ORIENTE , ADO GL , Transportes Frontera , Transpais , Diamante , Conexion .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampico to Matamoros?

The earliest bus departs from Tampico to Matamoros at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros?

A bus journey from Tampico to Matamoros produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Tampico to Matamoros?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampico to Matamoros?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Senda Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampico to Matamoros?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampico to Matamoros?

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

Bus Tampico to Matamoros from £34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:50	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	04:20	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	15h 40m	11:10	Matamoros (Tamps)	No tags
Futura + Transportes Frontera	Bus	15:00	Rosalio Bustamante	11h 58m	02:58	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	06:20	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	09:00	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	07:46	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	15:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	02:07	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 32m	09:39	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	00:45	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 49m	08:34	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	09:00	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	07:46	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	15:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	02:07	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 32m	09:39	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
ADO + Futura	Bus	00:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	14h	14:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	09:00	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	07:46	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	15:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	02:07	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 32m	09:39	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
ADO + Futura	Bus	00:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	14h	14:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	09:00	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	07:46	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	15:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	02:07	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 32m	09:39	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
Transportes Frontera + Conexiones	Bus	02:55	Rosalio Bustamante	1d 1h	04:15	Matamoros	No tags

Next departures from Tampico to Matamoros on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	Rosalio Bustamante	6h 1m	05:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:30	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	09:00	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	07:46	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	7h 30m	15:16	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
	Bus	02:07	Rosalio Bustamante	7h 32m	09:39	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags
ADO + Futura	Bus	00:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	14h	14:25	Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampico to Matamoros

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Matamoros. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 40mAverage duration

252 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£0 - £172	Average duration14h 6m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£20 - £26	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampico and Matamoros?

Stops in Tampico

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda
Rosalio Bustamante No. 210, Allende, 89130 Tampico, TAMPS
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B
Terminal de Autobuses Norte de Tampico - Omnibus
Calle Belizario Dominguez No. 101 (esquina Carretera Tampico - Mante), Nuevo Progreso - 89318 Tampico
C
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Omnibus
Calle Rosalio Bustamante No. 210, Ignacio Allende - 89130 Tampico
D
Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - ETN
Prolongacion Ejército Mexicano, 1436 (Col. Santo Niño), 89470 Tampico, TAMPS
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Stops in Matamoros

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Matamoros
Luis Aguilar 8, Modelo, 87360 Matamoros, Tamps., Mexico
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B
Sucursal Periferico MAM Parada de Autobuses
Blvd. Manuel Cabazos Lerma # 14 entre candido aguilar y av. Del Maestro, Matamoros 87390
C
Plaza Fiesta Parada de Autobuses
Avenida Pedro Cárdenas 100 (Fraccionamento Vitoria), 87390 Matamoros, TAMPS
D
La Copa Matamoros - Parada de Autobuses
Av. Rigo Tovar 2119 antes Prolongación González (Col. Lázaro Cárdenas), 87370 Matamoros

Compare bus companies

Senda Diamante

4/531 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi3.9

Futura

3.5/5736 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi1.7

ADO

4/59,976 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

ORIENTE

2.5/541 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi0

ADO GL

4/5935 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.7

Transportes Frontera

2.5/5139 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi1.1

Transpais

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.6

Diamante

4/5363 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.7

Conexion

2.5/547 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How long is the bus journey from Tampico to Matamoros?
The average bus journey time from Tampico to Matamoros is 14h 6m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 1m and is operated by ORIENTE.
Which bus companies service the Tampico to Matamoros route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Senda Diamante, Futura, ADO, ORIENTE, ADO GL, Transportes Frontera, Transpais, Diamante, Conexion.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampico to Matamoros?
The earliest bus departs from Tampico to Matamoros at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampico to Matamoros?
A bus journey from Tampico to Matamoros produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Tampico to Matamoros?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampico to Matamoros?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Senda Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampico to Matamoros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Transpais, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampico to Matamoros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transpais, 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

28/11

£35

29/11

£35

Today

£35

01/12

£35

02/12

£35

03/12

£35

04/12

£35

05/12

£35

The cheapest trip from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £35

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

You can expect to pay from £35 to £56 for a bus ticket from Tampico to Matamoros, TAM based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually ADO GL 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.