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Playa del Carmen to Tulum Bus Schedule
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Tulum: Journey Information
There are 38 intercity buses per day from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. Traveling by bus from Playa del Carmen to Tulum usually takes around one hour and 10 minutes, but the fastest ADO Conecta bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 38 mi (62 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $4.50 |
| Trips per day | 38 |
| Most frequent service | ADO |
| Bus lines | 4 |
Buses from Playa del Carmen to Tulum
- ADO: 26 daily buses from $8
- ADO Aeropuerto (R): 5 daily buses from $5
- ADO Conecta: 7 daily buses from $6
- AU: 1 daily buses from $5
What bus companies travel from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
There are 4 bus lines from Playa del Carmen to Tulum available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 26 daily trips, ADO 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 | 26 | 1h 11m | $7.74 |
| ADO Aeropuerto (R) | 5 | 1h 10m | $7.74 |
| ADO Conecta | 7 | 1h 6m | $5.50 |
| AU | 1 | 1h 10m | $4.94 |
Book ADO from Playa del Carmen to Tulum from $8. There are 26 trips per day offered by ADO from Playa del Carmen to Tulum and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Tulum. In Playa del Carmen, ADO departs to Tulum from Alterna and one other station. In Tulum, ADO arrives at Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses and one other station.
An average trip on ADO from Playa del Carmen to Tulum takes 1 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Tulum in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, ADO offers 27 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tulum.
Book ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Tulum from $5. There are 5 trips per day offered by ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Tulum and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO Aeropuerto (R) ticket to Tulum. In Playa del Carmen, ADO Aeropuerto (R) departs to Tulum from ADO Bus Station . In Tulum, ADO Aeropuerto (R) arrives at Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses .
An average trip on ADO Aeropuerto (R) from Playa del Carmen to Tulum takes 1 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available ADO Aeropuerto (R) trip will get you to Tulum in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, ADO Aeropuerto (R) offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tulum.
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 Playa del Carmen to Tulum from $5. Typically there is one AU schedule per day from Playa del Carmen to Tulum and you can expect on average to pay for a AU ticket to Tulum. In Playa del Carmen, AU departs to Tulum from Alterna . In Tulum, AU arrives at Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses .
An average trip on AU from Playa del Carmen to Tulum takes 1 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available AU trip will get you to Tulum in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, AU offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tulum.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Playa del Carmen to Tulum
The bus takes an average of one hour and 10 minutes to cover the 38 miles from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Playa del Carmen to Tulum, 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 Tulum.
All bus stations in Playa del Carmen:
ADO Bus Station
Alterna
Where does the bus arrive in Tulum?
Main arrival station: Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Tulum.
All bus stations in Tulum:
Tulum ADO Terminal Autobuses
Tulum Bus Station
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