Tepic to Zacatecas by bus
Zacatecas lies 276 km (172 mi) north-east of Tepic, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 12 min including stops, over roughly 337 km (209 mi) of road.
| Tepic | Zacatecas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 332,863 | 129,011 |
| Elevation | 950 m (3,117 ft) | 2,480 m (8,136 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Mazatlan) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 21961–81856 | 21070–86955 |
Clocks in Zacatecas are 1 h ahead of Tepic right now, so a 5 h 12 min journey lands 6 h 12 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Zacatecas from Tepic?
276 km (172 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Tepic; by road roughly 337 km (209 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tepic to Zacatecas by bus?
About 5 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tepic 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.