How to travel from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán, Mexico

The distance between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán is around 442km (275 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán 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 MazatlánPuerto Vallarta if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    MX$4,915($235)
Operated by

Aeromar

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Bus

Take the bus to Tepic and then to Mazatlán.

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    MX$755($36)
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 Mazatlán.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Distance442km (275 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán

There are several options for getting from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around MX$650 ($31) and will take around 6h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$4,915 ($235).

The distance between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán is around 442km (275 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 313km (195 miles)

It takes around 6h 20m to get from Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx MX$4,915 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around MX$650 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

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

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán. It typically takes around 6h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bucerías and Tepic. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6h 20m.

Pacífico, TAP, Nayar and ACN Autobuses run regular bus services between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán. Buses run hourly and take around 6h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán. Flights depart from Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and arrive at Mazatlan (MZT) - via Guadalajara (GDL). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán. There is however a flight that goes via Guadalajara (GDL). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Puerto Vallarta (PVR) 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 Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán. The distance is around 442km (275 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán is to take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around MX$755 ($36).

How do I get from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán

Compare travel optionsbetween Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán

Transport options from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3hrs
MX$4,915($235)
every 10 mins655km (407 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
6h 20m
MX$755($36)
hourly456km (284 miles)
Bus to Mazatlan6h 40m
MX$650($31)
once daily463km (288 miles)
Bus via Villa Hidalgo6h 50m
MX$1,465($70)
twice daily527km (327 miles)
Drive
5h 20m
MX$775($37)
on demand442km (275 miles)

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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