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Playa del Carmen to Cancún Bus Schedule
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún: Journey Information
There are 282 intercity buses per day from Playa del Carmen to Cancún. Traveling by bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún usually takes around one hour and 8 minutes, but the fastest ADO Aeropuerto (R) bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (64 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $5.50 |
| Trips per day | 282 |
| Most frequent service | ADO Aeropuerto (R) |
| Bus lines | 4 |
Buses from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
- ADO: 75 daily buses from $8
- ADO Aeropuerto (R): 206 daily buses from $8
- ADO GL: 2 daily buses from $9
- AU: 3 daily buses from $6
What bus companies travel from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
There are 4 bus lines from Playa del Carmen to Cancún available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 206 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 | 75 | 1h 16m | $7.72 |
| ADO Aeropuerto (R) | 206 | 1h 6m | $15.70 |
| ADO GL | 2 | 1h 56m | $8.51 |
| AU | 3 | 1h 15m | $5.99 |
Book ADO from Playa del Carmen to Cancún from $8. There are 75 trips per day offered by ADO from Playa del Carmen to Cancún and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Cancún. In Playa del Carmen, ADO departs to Cancún from Alterna and one other station. In Cancún, ADO arrives at ADO Bus Station .
An average trip on ADO from Playa del Carmen to Cancún takes 1 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Cancún in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 74 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cancún.
Book ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Cancún from $8. There are 206 trips per day offered by ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Cancún and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO Aeropuerto (R) ticket to Cancún. In Playa del Carmen, ADO Aeropuerto (R) departs to Cancún from ADO Bus Station and one other station. In Cancún, ADO Aeropuerto (R) arrives at Cancún Airport Terminal 3 and 3 other stations.
An average trip on ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Cancún takes 1 hours and 6 minutes , while the fastest available ADO Aeropuerto (R) trip will get you to Cancún in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, ADO Aeropuerto (R) offers 216 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cancún.
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.
Book AU from Playa del Carmen to Cancún from $6. There are 3 trips per day offered by AU from Playa del Carmen to Cancún and you can expect on average to pay for a AU ticket to Cancún. In Playa del Carmen, AU departs to Cancún from Alterna . In Cancún, AU arrives at ADO Bus Station .
An average trip on AU from Playa del Carmen to Cancún takes 1 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available AU trip will get you to Cancún in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, AU offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cancún.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
The bus takes an average of one hour and 8 minutes to cover the 39 miles from Playa del Carmen to Cancún. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Cancún 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, 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 Playa del Carmen to Cancún, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Playa del Carmen?
Main departure station: ADO Bus Station
Playa del Carmen has two bus stations with service to Cancún.
All bus stations in Playa del Carmen:
ADO Bus Station
Alterna
Where does the bus arrive in Cancún?
Main arrival station: ADO Bus Station
Buses arrive in Cancún at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Cancún:
ADO Bus Station
Cancún Airport Terminal 3
Cancún Airport Terminal 2
Cancún Airport Terminal 4
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