How do I get from Palenque to Tulum without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Tulum without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from Palenque to Tulum?

Traveling from Palenque to Tulum takes around 12h 25m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 10h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 350 miles (564 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Palenque from Tulum?

The distance separating Palenque and Tulum is 350 miles (564 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palenque to Tulum?

Most of the buses traveling from Palenque to Tulum leave from Central de Autobuses ADO and arrive at ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Palenque to Tulum?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. $51 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Tulum from Palenque.

How much does a bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum cost?

You can expect to pay around $68 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $51 and $122, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Palenque to Tulum Bus Tickets

TueApr 29

from $47

WedApr 30

from $47

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

SatMay 3

SunMay 4

MonMay 5

TueMay 6

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 30 at 4:35pm
Departure city: Palenque
Departure location: Central de Autobuses ADO
Arrival time: May 1 at 6:00am
Destination city: Tulum
Destination location: Centro
Operated by: AU
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 30 at 12:50am
Departure city: Palenque
Departure location: Central de Autobuses ADO
Arrival time: April 30 at 1:10pm
Destination city: Tulum
Destination location: Centro
Operated by: OCC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 20m
Departure time: April 30 at 12:50am
Departure city: Palenque
Departure location: Central de Autobuses ADO
Arrival time: April 30 at 1:10pm
Destination city: Tulum
Destination location: Centro
Operated by: OCC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 20m
Departure time: April 30 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Palenque
Departure location: Central de Autobuses ADO
Arrival time: May 1 at 7:45am
Destination city: Tulum
Destination location: Centro
Operated by: AU
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 15m
Departure time: April 30 at 8:50pm
Departure city: Palenque
Departure location: Central de Autobuses ADO
Arrival time: May 1 at 9:35am
Destination city: Tulum
Destination location: Centro
Operated by: OCC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 45m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Palenque to Tulum.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $122	Average Duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $42	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Palenque to Tulum

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tulum. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Palenque to Tulum: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$68

Average bus trip duration12h 25m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance350 miles (563 km)

Latest bus departure11:00pm

Compare bus companies

OCC

3.5/51,223 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

Based on 1223 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at $67.00

OCC Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

Only the baby on board woke me up a few times. On the other hand the company OCC was really thrustworthy so thanks again!

Steven L.

December 4, 2018

Disappointed that it was no sleeping bus for a 12 hour ride

Nicole B.

July 1, 2024

Comfortable but arrived late

Philip A.

June 8, 2024

AU

4/5817 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.2

Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. AU ticket prices on this trip start at $51.00

AU Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

The road up untill Bacalar was very bad, with a comfortable bus this would not have been an issue. Combined with a constantly crying baby, all these things can be blamed on bad luck or bad circumstances.. BUT: the bus was uncomfortable at most, the seat did not recline, the bottom seat was loose, the driver drove like his house was on fire while blasting his tunes, switching the airco from hot to freezing.. Needless to say: we had no sleep on a nightbus.. The lack of toilets did not help either on this 13 hour drive.. To add insult to injury we had to dig for our luggage once we reached our destination in a complete pile of chaotic luggage. While the driver did no effort to assist. Next time we will book ADO again.

N J.

January 19, 2025

Toilet was out of order on an 11 hour bus ride only stopped to use the rest room once.

Charlotte H.

June 8, 2023

The lights to be able to read should work and they are not. Very disappointed about that, it was dark in the bus from the start and couldn't read but it was only 6pm so it's not time to sleep yet.

Amelie B.

December 15, 2021

ADO

4/59,504 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

MX bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, ADO, Chihuahuenses, ETN, Los Limousines

Palenque to Tulum Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Palenque and Tulum?

Stops in Palenque

A - Central de Autobuses ADO

Stops in Tulum

A - ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins

B - Parque Xel-Há

Frequently asked questions for your trip Palenque - Tulum

How do I get from Palenque to Tulum without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Palenque to Tulum?
How far is Palenque from Tulum?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palenque to Tulum?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Palenque to Tulum?
How much does a bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/25

$47

04/26

$62

Today

$47

04/28

$47

04/29

$47

04/30

$47

05/01

$47

05/02

$62

The cheapest trip from Palenque to Tulum was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palenque to Tulum, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $47 to $62 for a bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-05-01.

Usually OCC 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Palenque to Tulum.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Palenque to Tulum.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Palenque to Tulum that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Palenque to Tulum.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Tickets from Palenque to Tulum

One passenger / one way

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Compare 2 ways to go from Palenque to Tulum.

Bus Palenque to Tulum: Trip Overview

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OCC Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

AU Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

Palenque to Tulum Bus

Where are the popular stops in Palenque and Tulum?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Palenque - Tulum

How do I get from Palenque to Tulum without flying?

How long is the bus trip from Palenque to Tulum?

How far is Palenque from Tulum?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palenque to Tulum?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Palenque to Tulum?

How much does a bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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