The cheapest and fastest buses from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 12 buses that leave San Luis Potosí for Mexico City on Sun, Apr 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Flix Mexico3:25 PM6h40San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo10:05 PMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$461One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico3:25 PM7h05San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo10:30 PMMexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara)$461One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico5:45 PM6h05San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo11:50 PMMexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara)$501One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico5:45 PM5h40San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo11:25 PMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$501One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico11:25 PM6h25San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo5:50 AMMexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara)$531One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico5:45 PM5h40San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo11:25 PMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$501One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico11:25 PM6h00San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo5:25 AMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$531One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico5:45 PM6h05San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo11:50 PMMexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara)$501One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico7:20 AM6h15San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo1:35 PMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$821One-way0 transfers
Flix Mexico3:00 AM6h20San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo9:20 AMMexico City, Forum Buenavista$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for San Luis Potosí to Mexico City
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
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$33 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Luis Potosí to Mexico City Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Flix Mexico | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
San Luis Potosí to Mexico City bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Potosí to Mexico City buses for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flix Mexico | 9:00 AM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 6h20 | 3:20 PM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 1:20 PM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 6h15 | 7:35 PM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 9:25 PM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 6h40 | 4:05 AM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 11:45 PM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 5h40 | 5:25 AM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, April 5 | |||||
Flix Mexico | 12:30 AM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 11h00 | 11:30 AM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 12:30 AM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 11h20 | 11:50 AM Mexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 5:25 AM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 6h25 | 11:50 AM Mexico City, Calle Degollado (San Pedro Santa Clara) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flix Mexico | 5:25 AM San Luis Potosí, Soriana El Paseo | 6h00 | 11:25 AM Mexico City, Forum Buenavista | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City
Buses from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Bus providers: Flix Mexico, Turimex, Primera Plus, ETN Turistar, Grupo Senda from San Luis Potosí to Mexico CityYou can travel by bus between San Luis Potosí to Mexico City with Flix Mexico, Turimex, Primera Plus, ETN Turistar, Grupo Senda for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Potosí to Mexico City by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mexico City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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