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Bus Playa del Carmen to Cancún: Trip Overview
Playa del Carmen to Cancún Buses
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún.
Bus service from Playa del Carmen to Cancún will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cancún from Playa del Carmen, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular stops in Playa del Carmen and Cancún?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Playa del Carmen - Cancún
How long is the trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún by bus?
The trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún will take on average 1h 10m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 55m.
What is the travel distance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
It's about 75 km (47 miles) from Playa del Carmen to Cancún.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
Buses departing from Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. In Playa del Carmen will take you to Cancun Airport in Cancún.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cancún from Playa del Carmen; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at HK$28, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
You can expect to pay around HK$114 for the bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancún.
Is it possible to do a day trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
Yes, a day trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún is definitely doable. You can expect the round-trip to take approximately 1h 50m in total travel time. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Cancún.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Cancún, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from HK$35 to HK$113 for a bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Cancún based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at HK$35 which is on 2025-03-19.
Usually ADO will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Playa del Carmen to Cancún, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Playa del Carmen to Cancún.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancún, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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Popular Buses Connecting Playa del Carmen
Buses Leaving from Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Playa del Carmen to Mexico City
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Xcaret
- Playa del Carmen - Chichén-Itzá
- Bus from Playa del Carmen to Mérida
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Bacalar
- Playa del Carmen - Chiquilá
- Bus from Playa del Carmen to Valladolid
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Akumal
- Playa del Carmen - Mahahual
- Bus from Playa del Carmen to Puerto Morelos
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Chetumal
- Playa del Carmen - Coba
- Bus from Playa del Carmen to Campeche
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Oaxaca
- Playa del Carmen - Champotón
Buses Going to Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen
- Bus Tulum - Playa del Carmen
- Mérida - Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Chetumal to Playa del Carmen
- Bus Chichén-Itzá - Playa del Carmen
- Villahermosa - Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Puerto Morelos to Playa del Carmen
- Bus Valladolid - Playa del Carmen
- Chiquilá - Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Bacalar to Playa del Carmen
- Bus Xcaret - Playa del Carmen
- Palenque - Playa del Carmen
- Bus from Paraíso to Playa del Carmen
- Bus Mahahual - Playa del Carmen
- Xpujil - Playa del Carmen
Popular Buses Connecting Cancún
Buses Leaving from Cancún
- Bus from Cancún to Mexico City
- Bus Cancún - Xcaret
- Cancún - Bacalar
- Bus from Cancún to Veracruz
- Bus Cancún - Chetumal
- Cancún - Puerto Morelos
- Bus from Cancún to Akumal
- Bus Cancún - Oaxaca
- Cancún - Campeche
- Bus from Cancún to Mahahual
- Bus Cancún - Palenque
- Cancún - San Cristóbal de las Casas
- Bus from Cancún to Puerto Vallarta
- Bus Cancún - Puerto Escondido
- Cancún - Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Buses Going to Cancún
- Bus from Mexico City to Cancún
- Bus Xcaret - Cancún
- Bacalar - Cancún
- Bus from Valladolid to Cancún
- Bus Guadalajara - Cancún
- Villahermosa - Cancún
- Bus from Chiquilá to Cancún
- Bus Chetumal - Cancún
- Puerto Morelos - Cancún
- Bus from Chichén-Itzá to Cancún
- Bus San Cristóbal de las Casas - Cancún
- Campeche - Cancún
- Bus from Oaxaca to Cancún
- Bus Mahahual - Cancún
- Palenque - Cancún
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cancún to Tulum
- Bus Cancún - Mérida
- Mexico City - Oaxaca
- Bus from Mexico City to Puebla
- Bus Cancún - Chiquilá
- Puerto Vallarta - Guadalajara
- Bus from Mexico City to San Miguel de Allende
- Bus Playa del Carmen - Tulum
- Cancún - Chichén-Itzá
- Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Mazatlán
- Bus Mazatlán - Puerto Vallarta
- Mérida - Cancún
- Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Rincón de Guayabitos
- Bus Tulum - Chetumal
- Cancún - Valladolid
Popular airport transfers
Popular international trips
- Travel in Mexico
- Bus to Playa del Carmen
- Bus to Cancún
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