Mazatlán to Zacatecas by bus
Zacatecas lies 396 km (246 mi) east of Mazatlán, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 21 min including stops, over roughly 483 km (300 mi) of road.
| Mazatlán | Zacatecas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 381,583 | 129,011 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Mazatlan) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 29902–39100 | 21070–86955 |
Clocks in Zacatecas are 1 h ahead of Mazatlán right now, so a 7 h 21 min journey lands 8 h 21 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Zacatecas from Mazatlán?
396 km (246 mi) in a straight line, east of Mazatlán; by road roughly 483 km (300 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mazatlán to Zacatecas by bus?
About 7 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mazatlán and Zacatecas?
Zacatecas is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Mexico_City against America/Mazatlan).
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.