Busbud recommends carpooling from Mexico City to Oaxaca
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Oaxaca. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers frequently highlight the punctuality and comfort of their bus journeys, often mentioning clean buses and helpful staff. Although some experienced delays due to traffic or unclear signage at stations, these were generally seen as minor issues not attributed to the company itself. Overall, travelers enjoyed a pleasant experience with reliable service.
AU Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
I got from and to where I needed to on time. The only thing is that there was no sign which gate was going to Oaxaca, and if the man didn't run around shouting Oaxaca for 5 minutes I would have missed the bus. The TAPO in general is also not well signposted in general if you are coming by train. I ended up at the metro bus station, but that isn't AU fault. Bus was clean and crazy cold. I personally thought the price was too high for the ticket on this style of bus, but there was nothing wrong with the bus journey at all. I really like that they had a ticket system for luggage.
3 out of 5 stars
Nelly D.
Service was good. Bus was clean. We got there safely but far from on time. We were told 430 arrival. How about 630!
4 out of 5 stars
Richard R.
Booking was great but AU driver fid not know the route and what was a 61/2 hour trip turned into 9 hours.
Passengers generally appreciated the comfortable seating and helpful staff on their bus journeys. The buses were often clean, with some offering amenities like Wi-Fi and charging outlets. However, many reviews mentioned that loud movies played throughout trips detracted from a restful experience. Additionally, there were occasional issues with non-functional Wi-Fi or power sockets not working as expected.
ADO Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
Very nice ride from Mexico City to Oaxaca although road conditions added an additional hour and a half. Safe and smooth—no worries
5 out of 5 stars
Mary F.
Journey was more or less on time. Bad thing: the tv that was playing spanish dubbed movies out loud (very loud). Everyone is on their own phone with earbuds in. Really need for a movie on those screens. Especially with the sound on. Otherwise nice journey.
4 out of 5 stars
Luna C.
Was very comfortable ride. Left and arrived on time. Only drawback movies during entire trip with sound throughout bus. Good to have earplugs.
Passengers frequently highlight the comfort and spaciousness of the seats, making for a relaxing journey. The buses are well-maintained with clean facilities, providing an overall safe travel experience. However, some users noted that Wi-Fi connectivity was inconsistent or unavailable during their trips.
ADO Platino Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
disaster, we asked multiple boarding staff about our 23.59 bus to Oaxaca,we arrived at 23.00. even told to wait when it was delayed, we ended up missing our bus. there was another ado bus to Oaxaca at 23.59 that was not platinum, very confusing for the staff and us. no one checked our tickets, and we were told we had to pay for another platinum ticket half price each, so another £60 to get a later bus. with 1 minute to spare! and they were not apologetic.
1 out of 5 stars
James F.
The seats were very comfortable and spacious. I felt safe in the overnight bus as a solo traveler. The lounge was nice coming into oaxaca, however in the platino lounge in mexico city TAPO there were no additional refreshments in the lounge. I would highly recommend this service.
5 out of 5 stars
Nina M.
Comfortable journey. One bottle of water provided for the trip which was the only extra. The seats were relaxing and spacious.
Based on 1263 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at US$59
OCC Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
It was the weekend before Christmas, so I suspect lots of busses were running late, but we didn't get into Oaxaca until around 10pm. We were scheduled to arrive at 5:30. Otherwise the bus and staff were great.
3 out of 5 stars
Robin C.
All ok, traffic and construction delays arrival, not sure why left late, but ok
ADO GL offers a comfortable and clean travel experience with professional staff, making it an enjoyable way to journey between Mexico City and Oaxaca. Many users appreciate the comfort of the seats and smooth boarding process. However, some reviews mention delays in travel time due to unforeseen circumstances like accidents or detours, as well as limited WiFi availability during trips. Despite these occasional inconveniences, passengers generally find ADO GL's service reliable for their travels.
ADO GL Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
The staff and other passengers were very kind, the seats were comfortable and the driver was very skillful.
5 out of 5 stars
Felix H.
We were meant to be on a bus taking 6hrs 5mins from Mexico City airport to Oaxaca. An hour in and we had done a convoluted loop back to the airport…. No explanation?? We got to our destination after an 8hr 20min ride - so 30 % late!!
2 out of 5 stars
Neil F.
This was the first time I used the GL bus. It was very nice no problems whatsoever.
According to 14 reviews, Dolphins received a 2.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the value for money and the cleanliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Dolphins ticket prices on this trip start at US$34
DOLPHINS Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
If you're not Mexican you'll be treated like a second class citizen. Don't use this company is so racist
1 out of 5 stars
Connor E.
Terrible, different address was put on the e-ticket than the email and I missed my bus
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 1.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Autotravel ticket prices on this trip start at US$56
Autotravel Mexico City Oaxaca recent customer reviews
I has the most terrible experience in my life! The bus does not exist! The trip was no exist! No bus at all!
1 out of 5 stars
Diogo L.
The route was completely different from the booking, rather than arriving at 12:30pm we arrived after 5pm with an extra stop and considerable delays, and our final destination was not the stop in the original agenda.
2 out of 5 stars
Sneha T.
The bus never came and they were vague and kept us waiting waste of $100
Based on 359 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Diamante ticket prices on this trip start at US$83
Autobuses Adonai offers 2 daily buses from Mexico City to Oaxaca. Though the average price for this trip is US$55, you can find tickets starting at US$45. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 677.
Based on 43 reviews, the company was rated 2.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Conexion ticket prices on this trip start at US$66
Based on 60 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ALTAMAR ticket prices on this trip start at US$90
Based on 709 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Futura ticket prices on this trip start at US$70
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Where are the popular stops in Mexico City and Oaxaca?
Stops in Mexico City
A - Sur
Terminal del Sur, Av. Taxqueña No. 1320 (Col. Campestre Churubusco), 04200 Coyoacán - Ciudad de MexicoSur
Frequently asked questions on the trip Mexico City - Oaxaca
What's the distance between Mexico City and Oaxaca by coach?
The distance between Mexico City and Oaxaca by coach is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
How can I get from Mexico City to Oaxaca without driving?
You can travel to Oaxaca from Mexico City by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mexico City to Oaxaca as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$76 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Oaxaca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-09-29.
Usually ADO Platino will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Mexico City to Oaxaca will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
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