To travel from Mazatlán Airport to the Golden Zone, you can take a taxi will take approximately 40 minutes in light traffic and costs around 550 MXN, based on a zone system. While taxi fares in Mazatlán are quite affordable, solo travelers seeking a more budget-friendly option should contact their resort to see if they a shared shuttle service, as public transportation does not cover this route. Most major hotels and resorts provide shuttle services, so be sure to check their for schedules and fees.
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Taxi | Cost vary by vehicle type and destination, as there are no taxi meters. Within the city, local rides generally range from $40 to $150 MXN ($2 to $8 USD). Fairs to and from the Mazatlán International Airport (MZT) typically range between $450 and $620 MXN ($25 to $35 USD) depending on your zone.
Pulmonias | Typically costs between $60 and $150 pesos ($3 to $8 USD) for short trips within the city, and $300 to $500 pesos ($15 to $25 USD) per hour for private, customizable city tours. Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and can usually fit 4 to 6 passengers.
"Aurigas" | The iconic open-air red pickup trucks) are a classic way to get around Mazatlán. Costs for an Auriga vary based on distance, group size, and negotiation, generally ranging from $200 to $500 MXN ($10–$25 USD) for standard trips, or $350 to $500 MXN ($18–$26 USD) per hour for private charters.
IN Driver | Mobile App (Note: cash only)
UBER | Mobile App (Note: They do not go to the airport)
City Bus | $13 to $20 MXN (about $0.75 to $1.15 USD) per person, per ride, depending on whether the bus has air conditioning. You pay the driver directly in cash when boarding, and exact change is highly recommended
Car Rental
Expected Daily Costs by Agency (Mazatlán International Airport)
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Fox Rent A Car: Starts around $18 USD/day
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Mex Rent A Car: Starts around $21 USD/day
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Europcar: Starts around $24 USD/day
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Hertz & Alamo: Average $30–$40 USD/da