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Cancún to Playa del Carmen Bus Schedule
Bus from Cancún to Playa del Carmen: Journey Information
There are 183 intercity buses per day from Cancún to Playa del Carmen. Traveling by bus from Cancún to Playa del Carmen usually takes around one hour and 34 minutes, but the fastest ADO Conecta bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (64 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $4.90 |
| Trips per day | 183 |
| Most frequent service | ADO Aeropuerto (R) |
| Bus lines | 4 |
Buses from Cancún to Playa del Carmen
- ADO: 41 daily buses from $6
- ADO Aeropuerto (R): 138 daily buses from $14
- ADO Conecta: 3 daily buses from $5
- AU: 2 daily buses from $5
What bus companies travel from Cancún to Playa del Carmen?
There are 4 bus lines from Cancún to Playa del Carmen available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 138 daily trips, ADO Aeropuerto (R) usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADO | 41 | 1h 20m | $6.68 |
| ADO Aeropuerto (R) | 138 | 1h 39m | $14.39 |
| ADO Conecta | 3 | 1h 7m | $5.11 |
| AU | 2 | 1h 20m | $5.04 |
Book ADO from Cancún to Playa del Carmen from $6. There are 41 trips per day offered by ADO from Cancún to Playa del Carmen and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Playa del Carmen. In Cancún, ADO departs to Playa del Carmen from ADO Bus Station . In Playa del Carmen, ADO arrives at ADO Bus Station and one other station.
An average trip on ADO from Cancún to Playa del Carmen takes 1 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Playa del Carmen in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 42 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Playa del Carmen.
Book ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Cancún to Playa del Carmen from $14. There are 138 trips per day offered by ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Cancún to Playa del Carmen and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO Aeropuerto (R) ticket to Playa del Carmen. In Cancún, ADO Aeropuerto (R) departs to Playa del Carmen from Cancún Airport Terminal 2 and 2 other stations. In Playa del Carmen, ADO Aeropuerto (R) arrives at ADO Bus Station and one other station.
An average trip on ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Cancún to Playa del Carmen takes 1 hours and 39 minutes , while the fastest available ADO Aeropuerto (R) trip will get you to Playa del Carmen in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, ADO Aeropuerto (R) offers 136 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Playa del Carmen.
ADO Conecta, a prominent intercity passenger transportation company in Mexico, stands out as a leading player in the industry. As a subsidiary of ADO (Autobuses de Oriente), ADO Conecta upholds its parent company's commitment to efficient and reliable service. With a focus on southern Mexico, ADO Conecta offers popular routes to beachside destinations such as Cancun, Tulum, and Chiquila. Travelers exploring the coastal region love the Playa del Carmen to Cancun route. ADO Conecta ensures a comfortable journey with reclining executive-style seats, air conditioning, and individual reading lights for passengers' convenience.
Book AU from Cancún to Playa del Carmen from $5. There are 2 trips per day offered by AU from Cancún to Playa del Carmen and you can expect on average to pay for a AU ticket to Playa del Carmen. In Cancún, AU departs to Playa del Carmen from ADO Bus Station . In Playa del Carmen, AU arrives at Alterna .
An average trip on AU from Cancún to Playa del Carmen takes 1 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available AU trip will get you to Playa del Carmen in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, AU offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Playa del Carmen.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cancún to Playa del Carmen
The bus takes an average of one hour and 34 minutes to cover the 39 miles from Cancún to Playa del Carmen. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 bus 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cancún to Playa del Carmen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cancún?
Main departure station: Cancún Airport Terminal 2
Buses to Playa del Carmen leave from 4 stations in Cancún.
All bus stations in Cancún:
Cancún Airport Terminal 2
Cancún Airport Terminal 4
ADO Bus Station
Cancún Airport Terminal 3
Where does the bus arrive in Playa del Carmen?
Main arrival station: ADO Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Playa del Carmen.
All bus stations in Playa del Carmen:
ADO Bus Station
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