When do we pay the bus driver?

Pay when you get off, especially on the smaller buses like La Ropa. On the Ixtapa bus there is usually an assistant so take your seat and he'll collect from you. Buses always have change for up to a 100 peso note.

La Ropa to Commercial is most inconvenient! We take the La Ropa bus into Centro and then take the Ixtapa bus, but let them know when you get ON the bus that you are going to Commercial Mexicana. It is usually a reduced fare because of the short distance. Take a taxi home with your groceries!

You can take the La Ropa bus to Plaza Kyoto and walk to Commercial from there, but it is a 10-15 minute walk.

We often take our scooter to Commercial or Sam's or Bodega, then I drive the scooter and Sandra takes the taxi with the groceries.

Saludos and happy commuting!
Barry