Holy Week is one of the busiest seasons for traveling by road in Mexico. In 2027, Easter Sunday falls on March 28, So Holy Week runs from March 21 to 28, and many schools extend the holidays into the following week (Easter Week).
The key is to anticipate: the departures on the days before Holy Thursday and the returns on Easter Sunday are the first to be filled.
5 routes that work very well by bus
1. CDMX → Acapulco
The classic beach trip from the capital. In our search, direct trips took between 5 and 6 hours 10 minutes, with departures from the Central Sur and also from the CDMX airport.
2. CDMX → Veracruz
Beach, promenade and Jarochan cuisine. We find dozens of daily departures from Terminal Norte, TAPO and even the airport, with durations of 5 h 40 min to 7 h 45 min.
3. Riviera Maya: Cancun → Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Bacalar
If you fly to Cancun, the bus provides transportation: Playa del Carmen is less than 1 hour away on many departures, Tulum is about 2 hours 20 minutes – 2 hours 50 minutes, and Bacalar is about 5 hours 20 minutes – 5 hours 45 minutes.
4. CDMX → Oaxaca
Holy Week in Oaxaca combines religious traditions, gastronomy, and a temperate climate. There are direct ADO services in its various classes, lasting about 6 to 8 hours.
5. CDMX → San Miguel de Allende
For those who prefer a magical village and cobbled streets instead of the beach. We found ETN and Primera Plus services for about 3 h 50 min to 6 h 10 min.
Book before the price goes up
Check the available schedules for your Holy Week dates.
CDMX → AcapulcoMexico City → VeracruzCancún → TulumMexico City → Oaxaca
Tips for traveling during Holy Week
- Buy in advance: As our Help Center explains, fares are usually more convenient when booked several weeks in advance, and during peak season popular schedules sell out.
- Avoid the peak days if you can: Going out on Monday or Tuesday of Holy Week, or returning a day after Sunday, is usually quieter.
- Book the return from the beginning: This is the part that is most complicated.
- Consider traffic: On roads towards the coast, real-time traffic can be more intense than during peak days.
Data on schedules, durations, and operators consulted in the BUZ search engine on September 23, 2026 for departures on October 7, 2026. Prices and schedules change: always confirm in the search engine before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Holy Week 2027?
The Easter Sunday of 2027 is March 28, so Holy Week runs from March 21 to March 28, 2027.
How far in advance should I buy tickets for Holy Week?
The ideal is with several weeks in advance, especially for departures before Holy Thursday and returns on Sunday.
Which is the closest beach to CDMX by bus?
Among the routes from BUZ, Acapulco (about 5 to 6 hours) and Veracruz (about 5 h 40 min to 7 h 45 min) are the closest.
