Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

Guadalajara
Puerto Vallarta
Sat, Jun 22
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$41
 
 
$575

Other Options

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta Schedule

Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Primera Plus Tourist AC 01:00 - 05:30MXN 880.30
Futura Business Class 02:30 - 07:37MXN 876.04
Futura Business Class 04:00 - 08:35MXN 876.04
Aeromexico Economy 07:29 - 20:11MXN 2,488.11
Primera Plus Tourist AC 08:30 - 16:45MXN 953.68
Primera Plus Tourist AC 11:00 - 15:30MXN 876.81
VivaAerobus Economy #VB323013:35 - 14:30MXN 644.35
ETN Premium 15:00 - 22:00MXN 1,221.31
ETN Premium 17:20 - 21:40MXN 1,208.11
VivaAerobus Economy 18:45 - 08:00MXN 1,504.74
Volaris Economy 21:32 - 07:16MXN 1,518.35
Futura Business Class 23:00 - 03:12MXN 876.04

Transportation from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

Facts about the transport from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

Cheapest Transport$41
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure1:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day58
Distance238 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, ETN, Primera Plus, VivaAerobus, Volaris

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How to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

When you want to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 574.65. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 40.32.

How far is Guadalajara from Puerto Vallarta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta. Your trip will be a total of 148 miles (238 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

How long does it take to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The travel time from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta?

The cost of the trip from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is VivaAerobus: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 40.32 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 574.65.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta:

  • Plane tickets - USD 40.29 to USD 97.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 49.12 to USD 69.92;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 318.44 to USD 574.66.

How many trips per day are there between Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 47 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 40.29.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

VivaAerobus, Volaris

Buses

Taking a bus from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 318.44.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 71% decided to go for a bus.
  • 29% users took a plane.