How to get to GuadalajaraAirport, road travel, and long-distance buses
Getting to Guadalajara is easy thanks to the city’s strong air, road, and ground transportation connections. Guadalajara is linked with major destinations across Mexico and the Americas through direct flights, long-distance bus routes, and modern highways that make traveling to the city convenient and accessible. Whether arriving by air, road, or intercity transportation, Guadalajara offers multiple mobility options that make it easy to start exploring the city from the moment you arrive.
350 km · 4–5 hrs
From PV
Traveling by road
Highways connecting Guadalajara with destinations across Mexico
From Mexico City
350 km · 5–6 hrs via Highway MEX-15D
From PV
350 km · 4–5 hrs
Access routes
Periférico Norte ring road
Traveling by road
Guadalajara is easily accessible by road through a modern highway network connecting the city with major destinations across Mexico. From Mexico City, the drive is approximately 350 km via Highway MEX-15D, with an average travel time of around 5–6 hours.
The city is also connected with destinations such as Puerto Vallarta, Aguascalientes, León, Mazatlán, Manzanillo, and Colima, making Guadalajara an ideal starting point for exploring western Mexico. Once in the city, major avenues and the Periférico ring road allow for convenient access across different neighborhoods and districts.
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Avoid entering the city during peak traffic hours (7–9 AM and 6–8 PM). If arriving via Highway MEX-15D, Periférico Norte is one of the most direct routes toward Guadalajara’s Historic Center.
Intercity bus travel
Two terminals · Nationwide connections
From Mexico City
5–6 Hours
From Puerto Vallarta
4–5 Hours
Service hours
24 Hours
Intercity bus travel
Guadalajara is connected through two major long-distance bus terminals that link the city with destinations across Mexico. The New Central Bus Station, located on the eastern side of the city, is the main transportation hub, offering frequent departures and modern travel services throughout the country.
Comfortable intercity routes connect Guadalajara with destinations such as Mexico City (5–6 hrs), Puerto Vallarta (4–5 hrs), Mazatlán (5–6 hrs), and Manzanillo (3–4 hrs), making bus travel a practical and accessible way to explore both the city and the region.
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Premium long-distance bus services offer a comfortable and convenient way to travel across the region. Booking in advance is highly recommended during peak travel seasons, especially in December, Easter holidays, and July–August.
International airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla · IATA: GDL
Distance
20 km
International airport
Guadalajara International Airport Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla (GDL) is one of Mexico’s busiest and most important airports. Located in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, approximately 20 km south of the Historic Center, it serves as a key gateway connecting Guadalajara with major cities across Mexico and the Americas.
The airport offers direct flights from destinations including Mexico City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Dallas, and several cities throughout Latin America and North America, making travel to Guadalajara accessible and convenient for international and domestic visitors alike.
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Upon arrival, visit the tourist information desk in the arrivals area for maps, local guides, and helpful recommendations to make the most of your stay in Guadalajara.