✈ Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco

Tequila is a city located just 70 km west of Guadalajara Airport. It is famous for its stunning agave fields, volcanoes, haciendas, and tequila factories. One of the main highlights for visitors is the distillery tours, where they can find out more about the traditional Mexican drink-making process.

Two main transportation options are available for travelling from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco: a taxi or a bus. Choosing a local airport taxi or private transfer is the quickest and most convenient option. They’re available 24/7 and will get you to Tequila in 1 hour.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, you can opt for a combined bus trip, starting with a bus from Guadalajara Airport to the bus station in Guadalajara’s city centre. You will then need to transfer to another bus that will take you the rest of the way to Tequila. Keep in mind, that this option will take close to 2 hours and 30 minutes, excluding wait times, so it’s not ideal if you have time constraints.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€115	60min	24/7	Book
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Taxi	€55	60min	24/7
Bus	€15.20	150min	06:00–21:30

How to get from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco by taxi

A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to travel from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco. Taxis are available round the clock and can be accessed directly from the airport terminals. It is a particularly convenient option if you are travelling with heavy luggage or children or if your flight arrives very early in the morning or late at night.

How much is a taxi from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco?

In Guadalajara, taxis are equipped with taximeters. Their rates are calculated based on a minimum charge of €1.70 (MXN 30), even if the distance is short. After that, a charge of €0.50 (MXN 9.55) is applied for every km travelled. There is no day or night tariff, but a waiting charge of €8.20 (MXN 150) per hour is applicable. You can expect to pay around €55 (MXN 1,000) for a ride from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila.

If you’d like to travel in complete peace of mind and not worry about extra charges for waiting time due to flight delays, you can pre-book your personalised, fixed-rate private transfer from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€55 (MXN 1,000)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis run 24/7 from Guadalajara Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Guadalajara’s regular taxis are located right outside of Terminals 1 and 2. Just join the queue for the next available cab when you arrive.

Convenience

With taxis available round the clock, it is the most comfortable and direct option to travel from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco. It is worth considering if you have heavy luggage, travel with children or simply want to reach your destination quickly.

To skip the taxi queue and have an English-speaking driver waiting for you and ready to take you to Tequila, you can pre-book your ride with Welcome Pickups.

Editor’s Note

Taxi fares are regulated by law, so it's important to make sure that the taximeter is activated and has been reset before beginning your ride. If you're going on a fairly long ride, like to Tequila, it's a good idea to ask the driver for an estimate before setting off to avoid surprises.

Useful Tips

While it's not required, it's customary to tip your driver 10-15% of the total fare.

Remember to confirm with your taxi driver whether or not they accept card payments before getting in the vehicle.

How to get from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco by bus

The bus is the cheapest way to travel from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco. Keep in mind that there is no direct bus from the airport: you need to take a bus to Guadalajara’s bus station in the city centre first. From there, you can catch another bus that will take you to Tequila. The total travel time will take approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, excluding wait times.

How much is the bus from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco?

The bus ride from Guadalajara Airport to the city centre is free of charge. For a single adult ticket from Guadalajara’s bus station to Tequila, you will need to pay €7.60 (MXN 140), while children’s tickets cost €3.80 (MXN 70). You can purchase tickets online on the Tequila Plus website or at the bus terminal.

Cost

€7.60 (MXN 140)

Trip Duration

150 Min.

Buses from the airport to the city centre and from Guadalajara's bus station to Tequila depart every 30 minutes.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus to the city centre is available every day from 06:00 to 21:30. The bus from Guadalajara’s bus station to Tequila operates every day from 06:00 to 20:30.

Where do I get the bus from?

Buses from the airport to Guadalajara bus station depart from the Land Terminal. Buses from Guadalajara bus station to Tequila depart from inside the bus terminal.

Convenience

Taking a bus from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco is a cost-effective option for anyone on a tight budget; however, it is not the most convenient due to the indirect route. You must take a bus to the city centre first and then transfer to another bus to reach your final destination. Although buses to Tequila operate frequently, you will have to spend some time at the bus station during the layover, which will increase your total travel time.

Timetables

Tequila Bus || Official Website

Airport to Guadalajara Bus Station

Editor’s Note

Keep in mind that while the bus from Guadalajara Airport to the city centre operates from 06:00 to 21:30, the last bus from Guadalajara bus station to Tequila leaves at 20:30.

Useful Tips

If you're going to the city centre by bus, look for the ones with the Chapala Plus logo, as they operate the route without charge.

Passengers on the bus from the airport to the city centre can only carry one piece of hand luggage and one bag in the trunk.

If you haven't purchased your bus ticket to Tequila online, you can buy it at the station. However, the ticket office may be busy, so it's best to factor extra waiting time into your travel plans.

Welcome Pickups transfer

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If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Guadalajara. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

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NIGHTTIME

€138.0

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get to Tequila, Jalisco, from Guadalajara Airport?

To get to Tequila Jalisco from Guadalajara Airport, you have two main options: a taxi or private transfer or a non-direct bus trip. A door-to-door taxi ride will take approximately 1 hour to reach Tequila, while a bus will take a minimum of 2 hours and 30 minutes to arrive at your destination, excluding wait times and any time you’d need to reach your exact hotel or apartment from the bus stop.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila, Jalisco?

Local taxi fares in Guadalajara are calculated based on the distance travelled. To travel from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco, you can expect to pay around €55.

If you prefer an efficient transfer to Tequila without the uncertainty of a fluctuating fare, you can pre-book a fixed-rate private transfer with Welcome Pickups.

How far is Guadalajara Airport from Tequila, Jalisco?

The distance between Guadalajara Airport and Tequila Jalisco is 82 km. This is easily and quickly covered by taxi or a private transfer in 1 hour, in average traffic.

Is there a connection from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila by train?

There are no regular train services from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila. Only one train, the Jose Cuervo Express, departs every Saturday morning from Guadalajara Train Station. However, this train is primarily a tourist attraction, and it takes around 2 hours to reach Tequila. As it has limited frequency and seat availability, this train is not a particularly valid option for travelling from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila.

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How to get from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco by taxi

How much is a taxi from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco?

Cost

€55 (MXN 1,000)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis run 24/7 from Guadalajara Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco by bus

How much is the bus from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila Jalisco?

Cost

€7.60 (MXN 140)

Trip Duration

150 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus to the city centre is available every day from 06:00 to 21:30. The bus from Guadalajara’s bus station to Tequila operates every day from 06:00 to 20:30.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Tequila Bus || Official Website

Airport to Guadalajara Bus Station

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

How can I get to Tequila, Jalisco, from Guadalajara Airport?

What’s the cost of a taxi from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila, Jalisco?

How far is Guadalajara Airport from Tequila, Jalisco?

Is there a connection from Guadalajara Airport to Tequila by train?

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