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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Riviera Maya to Tikal

Composite routes from Riviera Maya to Tikal

Cheapest
9 h 44 min
Car
645 km.
from $35
Other
11 h 22 min
Train, Bus
441 km.
from $448.24
13 h 29 min
440 km.
from $82.52
20 h 9 min
440 km.
from $158.87

Transport providers

Bus operators

Clark Tours

Phone:
+502 2412 4700
Email:
info@clarktours.com.gt
Website:
clarktours.com.gt
Bus from Melchor de Mencos to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$44.60–$70.08

Morales Transports

Phone:
+501 4223204
Email:
contact@moralestransports.com
Website:
moralestransports.com/
Bus from Corozal to Belmopan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.79
Bus from Corozal to Benque
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.79

Mundo Maya Travels (MayanOz)

Email:
mundomayatravels@yahoo.com
Website:
travelmundomaya.com/home
Bus from Bacalar to Flores
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.45–$101.93

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.66–$35.68

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$34.40

Autobuses Mayab

Phone:
+52 997 976 0191
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Xpu-Há to Felipe
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.83
Bus from Felipe Carrillo Puerto to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Marlin Espadas

Phone:
+52 983 837 3229
Email:
marlinespadasmexico@gmail.com
Website:
marlinespadas.net/index.html
Bus from Chetumal to Melchor
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$58.61

Guatemala Local Buses

Bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.95

Unión Nacional de Transportistas del Cambio (UNTRAC)

Phone:
+52 984 116 3495
Website:
facebook.com/untrac.calkini
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.61–$12.10

Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen

Phone:
+52 998 937 3102
Website:
taxistascancun.com/
Bus from Puerto Aventuras to Tulum
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.91–$2.55

Mexico local shuttle

Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.14

Train operators

Tren Maya

Email:
trenmaya1@sedena.gob.mx
Website:
trenmaya.gob.mx/
Train from Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen to Estación
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$108.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal?

The cheapest way to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal is to bus and drive which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 13h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal?

The fastest way to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal is to drive which takes 9h 52m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Riviera Maya and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Riviera Maya to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Puerto Aventuras and arriving at Tikal via Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum, Bacalar and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 9m.

How far is it from Riviera Maya to Tikal?

The distance between Riviera Maya and Tikal is 699 km. The road distance is 636.4 km.

How do I travel from Riviera Maya to Tikal without a car?

The best way to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 18h 51m and costs $76.09 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal?

It takes approximately 11h 22m to get from Riviera Maya to Tikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riviera Maya to Tikal bus from?

Riviera Maya to Tikal bus services, operated by Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen, depart from Puerto Aventuras station.

Where does the Riviera Maya to Tikal bus arrive?

Riviera Maya to Tikal bus services, operated by Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen, arrive at Tulum station.

What is the time difference between Riviera Maya and Tikal?

Tikal is 1h behind Riviera Maya. It is currently 04:15 in Riviera Maya and 03:15 in Tikal.

Can I drive from Riviera Maya to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Riviera Maya to Tikal is 636 km. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Riviera Maya to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are four+ hotels available in Tikal. Prices start at $41.75 per night.
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