How much is the bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Cancún start from $9. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

The average bus travel time from Playa del Carmen to Cancún is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 65 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by ADO Aeropuerto .

Which bus companies service the Playa del Carmen to Cancún route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 293 buses available per day, including services from ADO Aeropuerto , ADO , ADO GL , AU , OCC , ADO CONECTA .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Cancún at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún generates an estimated 1.6208749999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO Aeropuerto has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO Aeropuerto , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Playa del Carmen to Cancún from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Cancún on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Turistica	1h 20m	9:30am	ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro	Cheapest
Bus	3:10am	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	55m	4:05am	Cancun Airport T4	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Turistica	1h 20m	10:00am	ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Turistica	2h 25m	8:15pm	ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Turistica	1h 30m	10:40am	ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:17 AM EST.

Get from Playa del Carmen to Cancún

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

293bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

65 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Playa del Carmen and Cancún?

Stops in Playa del Carmen

A
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
Playa del Carmen Alterna , 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte., Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, QROO, Mexico
Visit page
B
Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
C
Mimi del Mar Hotel
Calle 2 Nte 1, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
D
Thompson Hotel
Calle 12 Nte 251, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77720 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
E
Grand Hyatt Resort
Calle 26 Nte 286, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77720 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
F
Puerto Aventuras - Catalonia Riviera Maya
Avenida Xcacel Plano 2, Lote 1, Manzana 18, 77783 Puerto Aventuras, Q.R., Mexico

Stops in Cancún

A
Cancun Airport
Visit page
B
Riu Dunamar Hotel
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
C
Cancun Westin Resort & Spa
Blvd. Kukulcan 20, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
D
Cancun Hard Rock Hotel
Blvd. Kukulcan Lt40-A, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
E
Cancun Excellence Playa Mujeres Resort
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
F
ADO Lopez Portillo
Av. López Portillo 58, 94, 77515 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

Compare bus companies

ADO Aeropuerto

4.2/5628 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi2.1

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its cleanliness, comfort, and punctuality. The staff is frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful. However, some travelers noted confusion regarding which bus to board due to unclear announcements or signage at stations. Additionally, there were mentions of loud audio from onboard entertainment being disruptive during trips. Overall satisfaction remains high among users for this reliable transportation option.

ADO Aeropuerto Playa del Carmen Cancún recent customer reviews

The driver was rude. We were told To get off the bus because there were not enough seats - eventho we had seats booked. And then had to sit at that back after I begged for us to be able to take it. Very disappointing

Laura Lynn P.

January 21, 2026

Couldn’t get my ticket on my phone even though I had the email confirmation and the gentleman was zero help and left without us.

Jaime B.

January 16, 2026

The ride was smooth and comfortable. The assigned seats were taken by someone else with a valid ticket. So we took another.it was VERY confusing to figure out which bus to get on. There were no announcements telling which platform

Mike M.

December 28, 2025

ADO

4.2/510,306 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.0

ADO bus service is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and reliability. Many users appreciate the on-time departures and friendly staff. The buses are equipped with amenities like air conditioning, reclining seats, USB sockets, and onboard bathrooms. However, some passengers experienced issues with seat assignments at terminals or found it challenging to navigate boarding procedures due to crowded conditions or language barriers in Playa del Carmen's terminal.

ADO Playa del Carmen Cancún recent customer reviews

We booked a 4:30pm bus to the centro but the bus never arrived. The staff never made any announcements that it got cancelled so we waited for an hour only to find out that the bus was cancelled. The staff who is monitoring the buses on the parking lot can't understand nor speak english so can't get any information from her. We had to go to the ticketing and they exchanged our tickets to the next bus. Eventually realizing that we cannot board the "next" bus at 5:30pm since the ticketing office booked us for the 6:20pm one. the next bus arrived at 6:20pm and we still werent able to board that onece sunce they said that was the 530pm one and it got delayed. So we waited for another hour. It was all a nightmare. The bus parking attendant cheking the schedules even argued with us that my ticket is wrong. Well technically she is right, but we have been waiting here for 2 hours and we got here first, and they still let the other go first on the bus.nit was just a very bad experience and we are not booking again altogether. such nightmare.

Michelle L.

January 12, 2026

Excellent bus trip. We were at Playa del carmen Touristica for 30 min waiting in the whole time no toilets open - service sign up. Several people wanting to go

Caroline D.

January 17, 2025

I love the comfort of the reclining seats, the plugs to charge devices, the restroom facilities and onboard entertainment. I did not like that free WiFi was not working or available.

Christiane S.

December 30, 2024

ADO GL

4.1/5975 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi1.7

3.8/5898 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi1.1

OCC

3.6/51,318 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.4

ADO CONECTA

4.1/51,184 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi1.7

According to customer reviews, there are concerns about rude and dangerous driving by the bus driver, including near accidents. Additionally, some customers have reported issues with missed buses and late arrivals causing them to miss flights or purchase additional tickets. However, it should be noted that a few customers mentioned that late arrival due to rain was acceptable.

ADO Conecta Playa del Carmen Cancún recent customer reviews

This bus did not exist. I had to buy another ticket. I asked 4 times for help and was told everything was fine.

Charlene B.

February 7, 2025

Rude bus driver and driving very dangerously. Nearly crashed into a car when overtaking

Charlie M.

July 18, 2022

The Centro bus was never called so it was not known to me where the bus was loading. I was informed that it left and I had to buy another ticket. Another couple had the same experience. As it was a small bus and parked beyond the big buses, I had no idea it was there. It wasn't on the board or called out by the lead bus man

Sheila R.

April 27, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Playa del Carmen to Cancún by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Cancún start from $9. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
The average bus travel time from Playa del Carmen to Cancún is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 65 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by ADO Aeropuerto.
Which bus companies service the Playa del Carmen to Cancún route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 293 buses available per day, including services from ADO Aeropuerto, ADO, ADO GL, AU, OCC, ADO CONECTA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Cancún at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún generates an estimated 1.6208749999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO Aeropuerto has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-09

$11

04-10

$11

Today

$11

04-12

$11

04-13

04-14

$11

04-15

$11

04-16

$11

The cheapest trip from Playa del Carmen to Cancún was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $8

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 $8 to $25 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 $8 which is on 2026-04-13.

Usually ADO, ADO Aeropuerto 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.