Puebla to Tepic by bus
Tepic lies 749 km (465 mi) north-west of Puebla, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h 41 min including stops, over roughly 914 km (568 mi) of road.
| Puebla | Tepic | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.7 million | 332,863 |
| Elevation | 2,166 m (7,106 ft) | 950 m (3,117 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-7 (America/Mazatlan) |
| Postal codes | 15020–96670 | 21961–81856 |
Clocks in Tepic are 1 h behind Puebla right now, so a 13 h 41 min journey lands only 12 h 41 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Tepic from Puebla?
749 km (465 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Puebla; by road roughly 914 km (568 mi).
How long does it take to get from Puebla to Tepic by bus?
About 13 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Puebla and Tepic?
Tepic is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Mazatlan against America/Mexico_City).
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.