Bus Tampico to Cárdenas: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Tampico to Cárdenas

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Tampico to Cárdenas from various bus operators like ADO for the next days.

today

$133

tomorrow

Saturday

$133

Sunday

$133

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

$133

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	ADO	14h 55m	6:00 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	8:55 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station		Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/27/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/28/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
	ADO	14h 40m	4:30 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	7:10 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station		Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/27/2026 4:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/28/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Tampico to Cárdenas via Veracruz, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Flix Mexico
  
  19h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:40 AM
  
  Tampico
  Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station
  
  2:10 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos"
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Flix Mexico goes from Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/28/2026 6:40:00 AM to Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos", Veracruz (Mexico) arriving at 8/28/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- ADO
  
  7h 35m
  
  0
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Central bus station
  
  1:40 AM
  
  Cárdenas
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $61
  
  A Bus from ADO goes from Central bus station, Veracruz (Mexico) at 8/28/2026 6:05:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/29/2026 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save $40

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ADO	14h 55m	6:00 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	8:55 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/29/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/30/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
ADO	14h 50m	9:45 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	12:35 PM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/29/2026 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/30/2026 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
ADO	14h 10m	3:40 AM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/29/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
ADO	14h 40m	4:30 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	7:10 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/29/2026 4:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/30/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Tampico to Cárdenas via Veracruz, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Flix Mexico
  
  19h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:40 AM
  
  Tampico
  Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station
  
  2:10 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos"
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Flix Mexico goes from Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/28/2026 6:40:00 AM to Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos", Veracruz (Mexico) arriving at 8/28/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- ADO
  
  7h 35m
  
  0
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Central bus station
  
  1:40 AM
  
  Cárdenas
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $61
  
  A Bus from ADO goes from Central bus station, Veracruz (Mexico) at 8/28/2026 6:05:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/29/2026 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Travel time is 4h 50m longer, but you will save $40

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ADO	14h 55m	6:00 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	8:55 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/30/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/31/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
ADO	14h 5m	9:45 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	11:50 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/30/2026 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/31/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
ADO	14h 10m	3:40 AM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/30/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
ADO	14h 40m	4:30 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	7:10 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/30/2026 4:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 8/31/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Tampico to Cárdenas via Veracruz, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Flix Mexico
  
  15h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  Tampico
  Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Veracruz
  Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos"
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $27
  
  A Bus from Flix Mexico goes from Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 8/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos", Veracruz (Mexico) arriving at 9/1/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- ADO
  
  6h 45m
  
  0
  
  7:45 AM
  
  Veracruz
  Central bus station
  
  2:30 PM
  
  Cárdenas
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $66
  
  A Bus from ADO goes from Central bus station, Veracruz (Mexico) at 9/1/2026 7:45:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 9/1/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $40

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ADO	14h 55m	6:00 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	8:55 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 9/2/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 9/3/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
ADO	14h 50m	3:40 AM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	6:30 PM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 9/2/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 9/2/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
ADO	14h 40m	4:30 PM	Tampico	Central Bus Station	7:10 AM	Cárdenas	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$151	A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 9/2/2026 4:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 9/3/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Tampico to Cárdenas via Veracruz, you can save more than $46? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Flix Mexico
  
  21h 30m
  
  0
  
  6:40 AM
  
  Tampico
  Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station
  
  2:10 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos"
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Flix Mexico goes from Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station, Tampico (Mexico) at 9/1/2026 6:40:00 AM to Soriana Hiper "Los Pinos", Veracruz (Mexico) arriving at 9/1/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- ADO
  
  7h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Veracruz
  Central bus station
  
  4:10 AM
  
  Cárdenas
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $61
  
  A Bus from ADO goes from Central bus station, Veracruz (Mexico) at 9/1/2026 8:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) arriving at 9/2/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Travel time is 6h 50m longer, but you will save $46

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Tampico to Cárdenas is $133 on 8/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Tampico and Cárdenas

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Tampico to Cárdenas. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Tampico and Cárdenas.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Tampico to Cárdenas, while Night sees the fewest connections between Tampico and Cárdenas, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Tampico to Cárdenas

Compare all providers like ADO that travel 3 times every day by bus from Tampico to Cárdenas in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tampico to Cárdenas starting from $133!

Cheapest Bus	$133
Fastest Bus	14h 5m
Earliest Bus	4:30 PM
Latest Bus	6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	413.3 miles
Bus Companies	ADO

Cheapest bus connections from Tampico to Cárdenas

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Tampico for Cárdenas: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

Thursday 08/27

$133

Friday 08/28

Saturday 08/29

$133

Sunday 08/30

$133

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

Wednesday 09/02

$133

Thursday 09/03

Friday 09/04

$137

Saturday 09/05

$138

Sunday 09/06

$138

Monday 09/07

$138

Tuesday 09/08

$133

Wednesday 09/09

$133

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$133

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

$139

Monday 09/14

$139

Tuesday 09/15

$139

Wednesday 09/16

$133

Thursday 09/17

$133

Friday 09/18

$139

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Tampico to Cárdenas

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

With a price starting from $133, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Tampico to Cárdenas. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $133.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Tampico to Cárdenas, with $132. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $150.

How to save money travelling from Tampico 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 Tampico 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 Tampico 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 buses from Tampico to Cárdenas are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Tampico and Cárdenas

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Tampico and Cárdenas.

Avenida Ejército Mexicano Station

Avenida Ejército Mexicano

Central Bus Station

Avenida Rosalio Bustamante 211

Bus Stop

Tampico Tampico

Alterna Norte

Carretera Tampico - Mante 1505

TS - Aurora

Central Bus Station

Av de La Central 151

Service and Comfort on the bus from Tampico to Cárdenas

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

FAQs about the Tampico to Cárdenas bus

How much does a Tampico Cárdenas bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $133 and takes 14h 55m to reach Cárdenas. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $133 and $151. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cárdenas.

On average, how many connections are available from Tampico to Cárdenas each day?

Every day, the Tampico to Cárdenas bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Tampico to Cárdenas take?

The fastest bus from Tampico to Cárdenas is offered by ADO and takes 14h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $133. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tampico to Cárdenas?

The earliest bus arriving in Cárdenas from Tampico starts at 4:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Tampico to Cárdenas?

The latest bus trip departing from Tampico for Cárdenas starts at 6:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Tampico Cárdenas route?

When traveling by bus from Tampico to Cárdenas, passengers can travel with ADO. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Tampico and Cárdenas?

You can check all the direct connections between Tampico 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.

What can I take with me on the Tampico to Cárdenas bus route?

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

What equipment is available for the Tampico 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 traveling 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 Tampico to Cárdenas on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Tampico to Cárdenas?

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

Economy

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

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Tampico and to Cárdenas

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