Bus and Coach from Mexico City to Cárdenas: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Mexico City to Cárdenas from various bus operators like ADO or Autobuses Unidos for the next days.

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£45

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£45

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Autobuses Unidos	12h 25m	18:15	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	06:40	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 05/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Autobuses Unidos	10h 55m	19:30	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	06:25	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 05/12/2025 19:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Autobuses Unidos	11h 40m	19:00	Mexico City	Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (TAPO)	06:40	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (TAPO), Mexico City (Mexico) at 05/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
ADO	14h 5m	08:30	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	22:35	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£70	A Bus from ADO goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 05/12/2025 08:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 05/12/2025 22:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
ADO	12h 50m	17:00	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	05:50	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£70	A Bus from ADO goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 05/12/2025 17:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 06/12/2025 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Autobuses Unidos	11h 15m	18:15	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	05:30	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 11/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Autobuses Unidos	10h 55m	19:30	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	06:25	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 11/12/2025 19:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 12/12/2025 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Autobuses Unidos	10h 30m	19:00	Mexico City	Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (TAPO)	05:30	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£45	A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (TAPO), Mexico City (Mexico) at 11/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
ADO	14h 5m	08:30	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	22:35	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£70	A Bus from ADO goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 11/12/2025 08:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 11/12/2025 22:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
ADO	12h 40m	17:00	Mexico City	Norte Bus Station	05:40	Cárdenas	Central Coach Station	Economy	£70	A Bus from ADO goes from Norte Bus Station, Mexico City (Mexico) at 11/12/2025 17:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Mexico City to Cárdenas is £43 on 19/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Mexico City and Cárdenas

See here how frequent the connections between Mexico City and Cárdenas are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily coaches from Mexico City to Cárdenas. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Mexico City and Cárdenas.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 coaches from Mexico City to Cárdenas, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Mexico City and Cárdenas, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Mexico City to Cárdenas

Compare all providers like ADO and Autobuses Unidos that travel 18 times every day by bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas in one click! Book your bus ticket from Mexico City to Cárdenas starting from £43!

Cheapest Bus	£43
Fastest Bus	10h 10m
Earliest Coach	08:30
Latest Coach	23:30
Daily Bus Connections	18 Ø
Distance	627.2 km
Coach Companies	ADO and Autobuses Unidos

Cheapest coach connections from Mexico City to Cárdenas

Every day, 18 buses from 2 coach companies leave Mexico City for Cárdenas: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

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Thursday

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Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£45

Saturday 06/12

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

£46

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

£43

Saturday 20/12

£45

Sunday 21/12

£43

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£45

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

£44

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Mexico City to Cárdenas

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Mexico City to Cárdenas, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £43, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Mexico City to Cárdenas. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £45.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Mexico City to Cárdenas, with £45. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £70.

How to save money travelling from Mexico City to Cárdenas

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Mexico City to Cárdenas in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Mexico City to Cárdenas are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Mexico City and Cárdenas

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Mexico City and Cárdenas.

Norte Bus Station

Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas

Terminal de Autobuses de Oriente (TAPO)

Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 200

Terminal del Sur

Av. Taxqueña 1320

Observatorio Central Coach Station

Av Río de Tacubaya 122 232

Terminal Antas Tla

Emiliano Zapata 97

Central Coach Station

Av de La Central 151

Service and Comfort on the bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Mexico City to Cárdenas? Or which bus companies serve the route Mexico City to Cárdenas? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Mexico City to Cárdenas bus

How much does a Mexico City - Cárdenas coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Mexico City - Cárdenas bus trip is available from £43 and takes 12h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Mexico City to Cárdenas?

The connection Mexico City to Cárdenas is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £43 to £72. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Mexico City - Cárdenas route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Mexico City to Cárdenas is offered by roughly 18 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cárdenas from Mexico City take?

The quickest coach from Mexico City to Cárdenas is provided by Autobuses Unidos and takes 10h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £47. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas?

The earliest bus to Cárdenas departs from Mexico City at 08:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Mexico City to Cárdenas?

The latest bus to Cárdenas departs from Mexico City at 23:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Mexico City - Cárdenas route?

Passengers looking to travel from Mexico City to Cárdenas can travel with ADO and Autobuses Unidos. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Mexico City and Cárdenas?

You can check all the direct connections between Mexico City and Cárdenas by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ADO and Autobuses Unidos.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cárdenas from Mexico City?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Mexico City Cárdenas bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Mexico City Cárdenas bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Mexico City to Cárdenas on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Mexico City to Cárdenas

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Mexico City and to Cárdenas

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Mexico City and to Cárdenas. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!