How much is the bus ticket from Monterrey to Tampico?

The cheapest bus tickets from Monterrey to Tampico start from $52. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Monterrey to Tampico?

The average bus trip duration from Monterrey to Tampico is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 284 miles (457 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 34m and is operated by Transportes Frontera .

Which bus companies service the Monterrey to Tampico route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 73 buses available per day, including services from Futura , Senda Diamante , Transportes Frontera , Turistar , ETN , Transpais , Diamante , Estrella del Norte , Del Norte , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Monterrey to Tampico at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Monterrey to Tampico generates an estimated 11 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 Monterrey to Tampico?

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 Monterrey to Tampico?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Monterrey to Tampico?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Monterrey to Tampico?

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 Monterrey to Tampico from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Central de Autobuses	7h 45m	10:15pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Central de Autobuses	6h 45m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	Fastest
Bus	1:32pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 57m	9:29pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Churubusco	7h 30m	5:30am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses	9h 16m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	8:50am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	10h 44m	7:34pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Cheapest
	Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
	Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Central de Autobuses	7h 40m	5:40pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	Cheapest
Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Central de Autobuses	7h 40m	5:40pm	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	Cheapest
Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	8:50am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	10h 44m	7:34pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Cheapest
	Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
	Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	8:50am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	10h 44m	7:34pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Cheapest
	Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
	Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

Next departures for Monterrey to Tampico on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Transportes Frontera + Futura	Bus	8:50am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	10h 44m	7:34pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Cheapest
	Bus	6:03am	Central de Autobuses	6h 41m	12:44pm	Rosalio Bustamante	Fastest
	Bus	9:48am	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 58m	5:46pm	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Av. Eugenio Garza Sada	7h 35m	12:25am	Rosalio Bustamante	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Churubusco	7h 15m	4:15am	Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Monterrey to Tampico

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tampico. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

284 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $204	Average Duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $42	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Monterrey and Tampico?

Stops in Monterrey

A
Churubusco
Av. Churubusco No. 300 (Col. Fierro Entre av. Constitución Y Prolongación Madero) , 64590 Monterrey, NL
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B
Central de Autobuses
Av. Cristóbal Colón Poniente, 800, 64720 , Monterrey
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C
Monterrey Airport
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D
Sendro Central de Greyhound
Carr. a Colombia 171, Ex Hacienda el Cañada, 66054 Cd Gral Escobedo, N.L., Mexico

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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Compare bus companies

Futura

3.5/5736 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Senda Diamante

4/531 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.9

Transportes Frontera

2.5/5139 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi1.1

Turistar

4/520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

ETN

4.5/5219 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.9

Transpais

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

Diamante

4/5363 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.7

Estrella del Norte

3/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.2

Del Norte

4/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2

Cleanliness1.3

Wifi0

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Monterrey, MX to Tampico 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 Monterrey to Tampico?
The cheapest bus tickets from Monterrey to Tampico start from $52. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Monterrey to Tampico?
The average bus trip duration from Monterrey to Tampico is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 284 miles (457 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 34m and is operated by Transportes Frontera.
Which bus companies service the Monterrey to Tampico route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 73 buses available per day, including services from Futura, Senda Diamante, Transportes Frontera, Turistar, ETN, Transpais, Diamante, Estrella del Norte, Del Norte, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Monterrey to Tampico?
The earliest bus departs from Monterrey to Tampico at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Monterrey to Tampico?
A bus trip from Monterrey to Tampico generates an estimated 11 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 Monterrey to Tampico?
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 Monterrey to Tampico?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Senda Diamante has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Monterrey to Tampico?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Monterrey to Tampico?
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

11/29

$57

11/30

$57

Today

$57

12/02

$57

12/03

$57

12/04

$39

12/05

$39

12/06

$51

The cheapest trip from Monterrey, MX to Tampico was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $109 for a bus ticket from Monterrey, MX to Tampico based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Turistar 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.