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Journey Information
There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Mexico City to Cancún. Traveling by coach from Mexico City to Cancún usually takes around 27 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest ADO coach can make the trip in 22 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 805 mi (1295 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £103.80 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | ADO |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Mexico City to Cancún?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mexico City to Cancún. ADO connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADO | 9 | 1d 3h 20m | £106.07 |
Book ADO from Mexico City to Cancún from £104. There are 9 ADO schedules from Mexico City to Cancún and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Cancún. In Mexico City, ADO departs to Cancún from La Terminal de Autobuses de Pasajeros de Oriente (TAPO) and 1 other station. In Cancún, ADO arrives at ADO Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on ADO from Mexico City to Cancún takes 27 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Cancún in 22 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 9 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Cancún.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 27 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 805 miles from Mexico City to Cancún. However, the fastest coach only takes 22 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Mexico City to Cancún, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Mexico City
Mexico City is one of the most vibrant and liveliest cities in the world, making it an exciting destination for all travelers. One of the must-see attractions in the city is the famous Museo Nacional de Antropología, which features an extensive collection from the city’s pre-Columbian era. Its star attraction is the famous Aztec Calendar Stone, also known as Piedra del Sol. For those who enjoy exploring the city’s amazing cultural life, the Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must-see destination. The art deco-style palace hosts some of the grandest cultural events around, including concerts, operas, etc. Another unique destination to check out is Teotihuacán, a world heritage site that contains some of the largest pre-Columbian pyramids in Mexico.
Mexico City’s food scene is so vast that it can be quite hard to fully explore in just a few days. Some notable foodie destinations include Pujol, Contramar, and Quintonil. If you want to grab one of those famous Mexican churros, head over to Churreria El Moro.
Mexico City’s four major bus stations are North, South, Observatorio, and TAPO. Some intercity buses leave directly from the Mexico City International Airport, which is located just about 7 miles east of the city center.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Mexico City?
Main departure station: La Terminal de Autobuses de Pasajeros de Oriente (TAPO)
Mexico City has two coach stations with service to Cancún.
All coach stations in Mexico City:
La Terminal de Autobuses de Pasajeros de Oriente (TAPO)
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Where does the coach arrive in Cancún?
Main arrival station: ADO Bus Station
All coaches from Mexico City arrive at one main station in Cancún.
Coach stations in Cancún:
ADO Bus Station
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