Travel Tulum to Playa del Carmen

Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Several transport options connect Tulum and Playa del Carmen, all brought together here so you can compare schedules, travel times and prices in one place.

      Travel options for Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Traveling from Tulum to Playa del Carmen, a bus for 172 MXN offers the best value, while a charter gets you there in 47 minutes.

      Bus from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      To travel between Tulum and Playa del Carmen, you’ll need to catch the bus from multiple stations, including ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum, Tulum Ruins, Tulum International Airport and others. The journey takes approximately 1 hour with fares starting from 172 MXN, and services conclude at ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen, Playa del Carmen or Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen. It’s a straightforward option for this route, and you can reserve your seat in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

      Prices: 172 MXN

      Duration: 1h – 2h 10m ⏱

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      Van from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Direct vans connect Tulum and Playa del Carmen, leaving from Tulum Calle Alfa Sur and reaching Playa del Carmen Bus Stop after around 1 hour. Tickets start at 179 MXN, and you can secure your booking on van services.

      Popular departures: Tulum Calle Alfa Sur
      Popular arrivals: Playa del Carmen Bus Stop

      Prices: 179 MXN

      Duration: 1h ⏱

      Journey with van from Tulum to Playa del Carmen for 179 MXN

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      Charter from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      If you prefer door-to-door, travel comfortably from Tulum to Playa del Carmen with a private charter, taking around 47 minutes. Typical fares are 928 MXN, check available options and book your ride here.

      Prices: 928 MXN

      Duration: 47m – 1h 34m ⏱

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      Combined from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Combined services connect Tulum and Playa del Carmen, departing from TQO Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport and arriving at CUN Cancun Airport. Expect a journey of about 6 hours 5 minutes, with tickets priced at 2,926 MXN, check combined options here.

      Prices: 2,926 MXN

      Duration: 6h 5m – 27h 25m ⏱

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      Distance Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      The distance between Tulum and Playa del Carmen is 64.2 kilometers.

      Tulum to Playa del Carmen Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Bus
      Van
      Charter
      Combined
      Average price
      207 MXN
      179 MXN
      1,331 MXN
      3,325 MXN
      Cheapest price
      172 MXN
      179 MXN
      928 MXN
      2,926 MXN
      Average duration
      1h 15m
      1h 00m
      1h 11m
      14h 33m
      Minimum duration
      1h 00m
      1h 00m
      0h 47m
      6h 05m
      Number of departures
      26
      1
      16
      3
      Tickets
      Operators
      ADO, ADO Aeropuerto
      Chiquila Holbox Extreme
      Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Wayak
      VivaAerobus, Mexicana

      Bus Routes & Schedules from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      - Board the bus at ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum and arrive at ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen, Playa del Carmen after about 1h. Services operate from 00:17 until 22:17 with fares starting at 175 to 177 MXN.
      - Reach Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen by boarding the bus at ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum, traveling roughly 1h 10m to 1h 25m. Fares start at 177 MXN, and services operate from 08:00 until 17:45.
      - From the station at Tulum Ruins, buses depart toward Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen, taking around 1h 15m for the trip. Services run at 17:45, and tickets start at 172 MXN.
      - From Tulum International Airport, buses travel to Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen taking approximately 1h 40m to 2h 10m. Departures occur from 12:15 until 16:45, and fares start at 359 to 378 MXN.

      Departure stations
      ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum
      Tulum Ruins
      Tulum International Airport
      Arrival stations
      ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen, Playa del Carmen
      Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen

      Bus Timetable: ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum → ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen, Playa del Carmen

      • 00:17 01:17 1h 177 MXN
      • 02:55 03:55 1h 175 MXN
      • 12:00 13:00 1h 177 MXN
      • 15:20 16:20 1h 177 MXN
      • 16:00 17:00 1h 177 MXN
      • 16:47 17:47 1h 177 MXN
      • 18:20 19:20 1h 177 MXN
      • 19:47 20:47 1h 177 MXN
      • 20:25 21:25 1h 177 MXN
      • 22:17 23:17 1h 177 MXN

      Bus Timetable: ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum → Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen

      • 08:00 09:10 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 09:00 10:10 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 10:00 11:10 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 10:25 11:35 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 11:30 12:40 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 11:31 12:41 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 12:55 14:05 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 15:00 16:10 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 16:30 17:40 1h 10m 177 MXN
      • 17:35 19:00 1h 25m 177 MXN
      • 17:45 18:55 1h 10m 177 MXN

      Bus Timetable: Tulum International Airport → Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen

      • 12:15 13:55 1h 40m 359 MXN
      • 14:00 16:10 2h 10m 378 MXN
      • 15:30 17:40 2h 10m 378 MXN
      • 16:45 18:55 2h 10m 378 MXN

      Bus Timetable: Tulum Ruins → Playa Del Carmen ADO, Playa del Carmen

      • 17:45 19:00 1h 15m 172 MXN

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      Van Routes & Schedules from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      Take off in a minivan at Tulum Calle Alfa Sur toward Playa del Carmen, the sole direct route available. Travel time is approximately 1h, with services scheduled at 14:30 and fares from 179 MXN. You’ll arrive at Playa del Carmen Bus Stop, and consulting the timetable for trips between Tulum and Playa del Carmen helps you choose the most convenient departure.

      Van Timetable: Tulum Calle Alfa Sur → Playa del Carmen Bus Stop

      • 14:30 15:30 1h 179 MXN

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      Charter Routes & Schedules from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      On this private transfer route between Tulum and Playa del Carmen, there are multiple pickup and drop-off points available, giving you the flexibility to start and end your ride where it suits you best. Travel times vary depending on your chosen locations, typically around 1h 4m to 1h 34m. Fares start at 928 to 2,949 MXN, and departures are fully adaptable to your schedule. Reviewing the available pickup and drop-off options allows you to plan a route that works perfectly with your day and ensures a comfortable, personalized journey Tulum to Playa del Carmen.

      Departure stations
      Tulum Arco Maya
      Tulum Archeological Zone Transfer
      Tulum Airport
      Tulum Hotel Transfer
      Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer
      Arrival stations
      Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen
      Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal
      Playa del Carmen Transfer

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Airport → Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 34m 1600 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Airport → Playa del Carmen Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 34m 1917 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Airport → Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 27m 2174 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Archeological Zone Transfer → Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 5m 1106 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Archeological Zone Transfer → Playa del Carmen Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 5m 1106 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Archeological Zone Transfer → Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen

      • --:-- --:-- 51m 1047 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Arco Maya → Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 28m 1106 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Arco Maya → Playa del Carmen Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 25m 1106 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Arco Maya → Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 19m 1047 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Hotel Transfer → Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

      • --:-- --:-- 57m 928 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Hotel Transfer → Playa del Carmen Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 56m 1106 MXN
      • --:-- --:-- 1h 30m 2949 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Hotel Transfer → Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen

      • --:-- --:-- 47m 1047 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer → Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 4m 928 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer → Playa del Carmen Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 1h 5m 1106 MXN

      Charter Timetable: Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer → Xcaret Hotel Transfer, Playa del Carmen

      • --:-- --:-- 58m 1027 MXN

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

      From TQO Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport, embark on a multi-leg journey toward Playa del Carmen using a mix of transport options. Expect the trip to take roughly 6h 5m to 27h 25m, with services operating from 12:25 until 16:30 and tickets starting at 2,926 to 3,535 MXN. You’ll reach CUN Cancun Airport, and consulting the timetable for routes from Tulum to Playa del Carmen helps you select the departure that works best for your plans.

      Combined Timetable: TQO Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport → CUN Cancun Airport

      • 12:25 22:35 10h 10m 3535 MXN
      • 16:30 22:35 6h 5m 2926 MXN
      • 16:30 19:55 27h 25m 3515 MXN

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