Oaxaca to Puerto Vallarta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

608.1 miles 978.6 km · straight line
807.2 miles actual route 1299 km · driving distance
14h 59min estimated drive time
MXN 1858 - MXN 2286 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Oaxaca from Puerto Vallarta?

The distance from Oaxaca to Puerto Vallarta is 608.1 miles (978.6 km) as the crow flies. Puerto Vallarta is located WNW of Oaxaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 807.2 miles, taking about 14h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Oaxaca and Puerto Vallarta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Oaxaca to Puerto Vallarta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 59min MXN 1858 - MXN 2286 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 59min $65–$121* Budget
Train ~19h 29min $97–$283* Comfort

Quick Facts

Oaxaca
17.07°N, 96.73°W
America/Mexico_City
1555m elevation
Puerto Vallarta
20.65°N, 105.23°W
America/Mexico_City
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM