How to travel from Mazatlán to Oaxaca, Mexico

The distance between Mazatlán and Oaxaca is around 1,249km (776 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Mazatlán to Oaxaca 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 OaxacaMazatlán if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Mazatlan (MZT) to Oaxaca (OAX).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    MX$5,685($270)
Operated by

Aeroméxico

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Bus

Take the bus to Mexico City North and then to Oaxaca.

  • Duration18hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    MX$2,155($105)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

3 similiar routes

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

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Drive

Drive to Oaxaca.

  • Duration15h 25m
  • Distance1,473km (915 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mazatlán and Oaxaca

There are several options for getting from Mazatlán to Oaxaca by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around MX$1,880 ($90) and will take around 19h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$5,685 ($270).

The distance between Mazatlán and Oaxaca is around 1,249km (776 miles).

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Mazatlán and Oaxaca by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mazatlán to Oaxaca is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx MX$5,685 ($270).

The cheapest way to travel between Mazatlán and Oaxaca, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around MX$1,880 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mazatlán and Oaxaca. We recommend that you fly from Mazatlan (MZT) to Oaxaca (OAX). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mazatlán and Oaxaca. It typically takes around 18hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Mazatlán to Oaxaca. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Mexico City North. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 18hrs.

Autobuses Elite, ETN, ADO, ACN Autobuses, Autobuses Fletes y Pasajes S.A. de C.V (Fypsa), Primera Plus and Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC) run regular bus services between Mazatlán and Oaxaca. Buses run hourly and take around 18hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mazatlán and Oaxaca. Flights depart from Mazatlan (MZT) and arrive at Oaxaca (OAX) - via Mexico City (MEX). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Mazatlán to Oaxaca. There is however a flight that goes via Mexico City (MEX). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mazatlán to Oaxaca typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Mazatlan (MZT) and and arrive into Oaxaca (OAX).

The closest major airport to Oaxaca is Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX) (OAX) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Oaxaca. Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (HUX) (HUX) and Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) (PXM) 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 Mazatlán and Oaxaca. The distance is around 1,473km (915 miles) by road and it will take around 15h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mazatlán to Oaxaca is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around MX$5,685 ($270).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mazatlán and Oaxaca

Transport options from Mazatlán to Oaxaca
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 35m
MX$5,685($270)
on demand1,249km (776 miles)
Bus + 3 similar
18hrs
MX$2,155($105)
hourly1,488km (924 miles)
Bus via ACN Puebla18h 55m
MX$2,090($100)
twice daily1,612km (1,002 miles)
Bus via ACN Puebla19h 55m
MX$1,880($90)
twice daily1,611km (1,001 miles)
Bus via México Norte22h 45m
MX$2,820($135)
once daily1,488km (925 miles)
Drive
15h 25m
MX$2,590($125)
on demand1,473km (915 miles)

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Airports near Oaxaca

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

OAX
Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX)
International Airport
Distance
24km (15 miles) from Oaxaca
HUX
Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (HUX)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Oaxaca
PXM
Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
International Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Oaxaca