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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Mérida to Cancún. Traveling by bus from Mérida to Cancún usually takes around 4 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest ADO Platino bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 177 mi (285 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $42.10 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | ADO Platino |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Mérida to Cancún?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Mérida to Cancún that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, ADO Platino usually offers more choice, with 14 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADO | 2 | 4h 5m | $42.88 |
| ADO Platino | 14 | 4h 7m | $61.36 |
Book ADO from Mérida to Cancún from $42. There are 2 trips per day offered by ADO from Mérida to Cancún and you can expect on average to pay for a ADO ticket to Cancún. In Mérida, ADO departs to Cancún from Merida Bus Station and one other station. In Cancún, ADO arrives at ADO Bus Station .
An average trip on ADO from Mérida to Cancún takes 4 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available ADO trip will get you to Cancún in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
ADO Platino, a luxury intercity bus service in Mexico, offers a premium travel experience for passengers seeking comfort and elegance. As a sub-brand of ADO, ADO Platino lives up to its name by providing a platinum-level service. Popular routes include the Mexico City to Oaxaca journey, which takes approximately seven hours, and the trip from Merida to Cancun. With affordable ticket prices, ADO Platino ensures that travelers can enjoy luxury travel at a reasonable cost. On board, passengers can enjoy air-conditioned cabins with reclining seats, restrooms, USB power outlets, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 177 miles from Mérida to Cancún. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Mérida to Cancún for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Cancún, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mérida to Cancún, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mérida?
Main departure station: Merida Bus Station
Mérida has two bus stations with service to Cancún.
All bus stations in Mérida:
Merida Bus Station
Merida Fiesta Americana Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Cancún?
Main arrival station: ADO Bus Station
All buses from Mérida arrive at one main station in Cancún.
All bus stations in Cancún:
ADO Bus Station
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