How to travel from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

The distance between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta is around 433km (269 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta by bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Mazatlan (MZT) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    MX$3,430($165)
Operated by

Viva Aerobus

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Bus

Take the bus to Tepic and then to Bucerias.

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    MX$795($38)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

2 similiar routes

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

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Drive

Drive to Puerto Vallarta.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Distance433km (269 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta

There are several options for getting from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around MX$625 ($30) and will take around 7h 25m. 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$3,430 ($165).

The distance between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta is around 433km (269 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 313km (195 miles)

It takes around 6h 15m to get from Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx MX$3,430 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around MX$625 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

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

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta. It typically takes around 6h 15m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Tepic and Bucerias. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6h 15m.

TAP, Pacífico, ACN Autobuses and Nayar run regular bus services between Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta. Buses run hourly and take around 6h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

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

There is no direct flight from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta. 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 Puerto Vallarta typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Mazatlan (MZT) and and arrive into Puerto Vallarta (PVR).

The closest major airport to Puerto Vallarta is Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) (PVR) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Puerto Vallarta. Amado Nervo International Airport (TPQ) (TPQ) and Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) (ZLO) 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 Puerto Vallarta. The distance is around 433km (269 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta is to take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around MX$795 ($38).

How do I get from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta

Compare travel optionsbetween Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta

Transport options from Mazatlán to Puerto Vallarta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 35m
MX$3,430($165)
every 10 mins1,544km (959 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
6h 15m
MX$795($38)
hourly675km (420 miles)
Bus to Puerto Vallarta7h 25m
MX$625($30)
once daily459km (285 miles)
Bus via Villa Hidalgo7h 35m
MX$1,440($69)
twice daily736km (457 miles)
Drive
5h 35m
MX$775($37)
on demand433km (269 miles)

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Airports near Puerto Vallarta

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

PVR
Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Puerto Vallarta
TPQ
Amado Nervo International Airport (TPQ)
International Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Puerto Vallarta
ZLO
Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO)
International Airport
Distance
180km (112 miles) from Puerto Vallarta