How to travel from Acapulco to Mazatlán, Mexico

The distance between Acapulco and Mazatlán is around 1,201km (746 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Acapulco to Mazatlán by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MazatlánAcapulco if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
1
plane
+

Fly

Fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Mazatlan (MZT).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    MX$4,515($215)
Operated by

Aeroméxico

+ 3 others
💰 Cheapest
2
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Mazatlán.

  • Duration18h 5m
  • Departstwice daily
Operated by

Autobuses Elite

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

3
car
+

Drive

Drive to Mazatlán.

  • Duration14h 20m
  • Distance1,332km (828 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Acapulco and Mazatlán

There are several options for getting from Acapulco to Mazatlán by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 18h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$4,515 ($215).

The distance between Acapulco and Mazatlán is around 1,201km (746 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 982km (610 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Acapulco and Mazatlán by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Acapulco to Mazatlán is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx MX$4,515 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Acapulco and Mazatlán, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Acapulco and Mazatlán. We recommend that you fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Mazatlan (MZT). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Acapulco and Mazatlán. It typically takes around 18h 5m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Acapulco and Mazatlán with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 18h 5m.

Autobuses Elite, Chihuahuenses, Futura Select, Valle del Guadiana, ETN, Autobuses Anáhuac and Apolo Platinum run regular bus services between Acapulco and Mazatlán. Buses run twice daily and take around 18h 5m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Acapulco and Mazatlán. Flights depart from Acapulco (ACA) and arrive at Mazatlan (MZT) - via Mexico City (MEX). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Acapulco to Mazatlán. There is however a flight that goes via Mexico City (MEX). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Acapulco to Mazatlán typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Acapulco (ACA) and and arrive into Mazatlan (MZT).

The closest major airport to Mazatlán is General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) (MZT) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Mazatlán. Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL) (CUL) and General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO) (DGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Acapulco and Mazatlán. The distance is around 1,332km (828 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Acapulco to Mazatlán is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around MX$4,515 ($215).

How do I get from Acapulco to Mazatlán

Compare travel optionsbetween Acapulco and Mazatlán

Transport options from Acapulco to Mazatlán
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
MX$4,515($215)
on demand1,201km (746 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
18h 5m
twice daily1,337km (831 miles)
Bus via Durango22h 20m
MX$2,925($140)
once daily1,518km (943 miles)
Drive
14h 20m
MX$2,340($110)
on demand1,332km (828 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Acapulco and Mazatlán

Bus companies

Airlines

Airports near Mazatlán

The following major airports near Mazatlán offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.

MZT
General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
International Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Mazatlán
CUL
Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL)
International Airport
Distance
202km (125 miles) from Mazatlán
DGO
General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO)
International Airport
Distance
217km (135 miles) from Mazatlán