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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Cancún to Xalapa. Traveling by coach from Cancún to Xalapa usually takes around 25 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest ADO coach can make the trip in 25 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 661 mi (1064 km) |
| Shortest duration | 25h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £90.18 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | ADO |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Cancún to Xalapa?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Cancún to Xalapa that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, ADO usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
Book ADO from Cancún to Xalapa from £90. There are 3 ADO schedules from Cancún to Xalapa and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Xalapa. In Cancún, ADO departs to Xalapa from ADO Bus Station and no other station. In Xalapa, ADO arrives at Central Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on ADO from Cancún to Xalapa takes 25 hours and 28 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Xalapa in 25 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Xalapa.
ADO GL is a prominent Mexican passenger bus company that has been operating since 1992. It is part of the renowned ADO group and focuses on luxury travel, primarily serving Mexico's southern and eastern regions, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula. ADO GL offers deluxe coaches with executive-style seats, ample legroom, and various amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, power outlets, and beverage services, providing a truly luxurious experience for passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 25 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 661 miles from Cancún to Xalapa. However, the fastest coach only takes 25 hours and 15 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Xalapa at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cancún to Xalapa, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Cancún?
Main departure station: ADO Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Cancún.
All coach stations in Cancún:
ADO Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Xalapa?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
All coaches from Cancún arrive at one main station in Xalapa.
Coach stations in Xalapa:
Central Bus Station
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