Getting Around in Nuevo VallartaInformation & Rates of Taxi, Bus, Car Rental. Taking the bus in Nuevo is both easy and entertaining. It can sometimes be likened to an extreme sport. You don't need special gear, but please hang on, you're in for the ride of your life. Taking the bus within town is around $6 pesos. To get to Puerto Vallarta, the price is $10-15 pesos and it takes you to within walking distance of the Malecon. Simply look for a bus with CENTRO painted on it. Getting back is a little tricky. Take a bus to WalMart for $6 pesos, then take a bus to Nuevo for $10 pesos (there are no transfers). TIP: You might need to flag a bus down for them to stop and bring exact change if possible. You may have onboard entertainment. Sometimes an individual will get on to the bus and will sing, play guitar or just try to entertain, which of course is based on tips. If you enjoyed the show, feel free to tip a few pesos. Taking the bus from Nuevo: To take a Nuevo Vallarta taxi to: Within Nuevo Vallarta $35-$90 pesos, Walmart $70 pesos, Mega Comercial $120, Airport $215 pesos, Bucerias $130 pesos, La Cruz $145 pesos, Destiladeras $190, Punta de Mita $360 pesos, Sayulita $310 pesos, San Pancho $360 pesos, Guayabitos / La Penita $540
Taxi from Puerto Vallarta to Nuevo If you are at the Puerto Vallarta PVR Airport, you can take the Airport taxi (Federally licensed). You will see the booth straight ahead once you leave the glass doors where arrivals come out. Tip: After getting your luggage and heading towards the taxi stand, avoid speaking with the aggressive vendors before crossing the sliding doors (even if they look official - they are Timeshare People (you may not be to keen on actually sharing your vacation time as much as their position indicates). There is an official taxi booth where you can buy tickets once you enter the airport. Again...before you reach the sliding doors, timeshare people may shout out and offer a taxi ride but they are hoping to spend some time with you regarding what they are offering. Airport Taxis - 1-3 people
TIP: Get a price BEFORE you enter into the taxi. Drivers often get a kickback for recommendations, so you might not get the best advice for restaurants and bars. Car Rentals It is best to book your car rental online before your trip. Local car rental outfits even offer to have your vehicle ready for you at the airport. Multi-National car rental might not disclose all mandatory insurances you need and you might be stunned at your real bill. We recommend our local car rentals, more personable and flexible |