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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Playa Del Carmen to Cancun

Composite routes from Playa Del Carmen to Cancun

Cheapest
1 h 2 min
Car
69 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.47–$19.11
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.37–$19.11
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Aeropuerto
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.19–$17.84

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.44–$24.21
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$24.21

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
solucioneshola@ado.com.mx
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$10.83
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.86–$11.47

Sindicato de taxistas Lázaro Cárdenas del Río

Phone:
+52 984 188 6604
Website:
facebook.com/taxisplaya
Bus from Playa del Carmen (Station) to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$52.24–$267.57

Turismo y Excursiones Alianza Bacalar

Phone:
+52 983 119 9526
Email:
turismoalianzabacalar@gmail.com
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070214800753
Bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$21.66

Playa Express

Phone:
+52 984 131 6530
Email:
eladioperezcruz24@gmail.com
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063772020963
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.19–$3.70

Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen

Phone:
+52 998 937 3102
Website:
taxistascancun.com/
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.29–$2.93

Wayak

Phone:
+52 55 5652 9331
Email:
eduardo@wayakbus.com
Website:
wayak.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$70.08–$242.09
Bus from Playa del Carmen (Station) to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$76.45–$242.09

Turicun

Phone:
+52 998 289 2357
Email:
contacto@turicun.com
Website:
turicun.com
Bus from Farmacias Similares to Imss
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.51–$0.70

Other operators

BlaBlaCar Mexico

Website:
blablacar.mx/
Other from Playa Del Carmen to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.84

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) is to bus via Farmacias Similares which costs $2.39 - $3.15 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $2.93 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Playa del Carmen and Cancún (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Playa del Carmen Alterna and arriving at Cancún. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

The distance between Playa del Carmen and Cancún (Station) is 68 km. The road distance is 68.6 km.

How do I travel from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $2.93 - $20.65 .

How long does it take to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

The bus from Playa del Carmen Alterna to Cancún takes 50 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) bus from?

Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) bus services, operated by Autobuses Unidos (AU), depart from Playa del Carmen Alterna station.

Where does the Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) bus arrive?

Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) bus services, operated by Autobuses Unidos (AU), arrive at Cancún station.

Can I drive from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station) is 69 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station).

Where can I stay near Cancún (Station)?

There are 1931+ hotels available in Cancún (Station). Prices start at $119.98 per night.

Can I share a ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancún (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Playa del Carmen and Cancún (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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