What is the cheapest way to get from Bacalar to Tulum?

The cheapest way to get from Bacalar to Tulum is to drive which costs $410 - $600 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bacalar to Tulum?

The fastest way to get from Bacalar to Tulum is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $410 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Bacalar and Tulum?

No, there is no direct bus from Bacalar to Tulum. However, there are services departing from Seyé and arriving at Tulum via Parada Circuito Enlace 2_2837 and Merida. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bacalar and Tulum?

No, there is no direct train from Bacalar to Tulum. However, there are services departing from Estación Tren Maya Tixkokob and arriving at Estación Tren Maya Tulum via Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Bacalar to Tulum?

The distance between Bacalar and Tulum is 300 km. The road distance is 236.3 km.

How do I travel from Bacalar to Tulum without a car?

The best way to get from Bacalar to Tulum without a car is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $6000 - $48000.

How long does it take to get from Bacalar to Tulum?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Bacalar to Tulum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bacalar to Tulum bus from?

Bacalar to Tulum bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), depart from Merida station.

Where do I catch the Bacalar to Tulum train from?

Bacalar to Tulum train services, operated by Tren Maya, depart from Estación Tren Maya Tixkokob station.

Train or bus from Bacalar to Tulum?

The best way to get from Bacalar to Tulum is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $6000 - $48000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1200 - $5500 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Bacalar to Tulum bus arrive?

Bacalar to Tulum bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), arrive at Tulum station.

What is the time difference between Bacalar and Tulum?

Tulum is 1h ahead of Bacalar. It is currently 4:40 PM in Bacalar and 5:40 PM in Tulum.

Where does the Bacalar to Tulum train arrive?

Bacalar to Tulum train services, operated by Tren Maya, arrive at Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto station.

Can I drive from Bacalar to Tulum?

Yes, the driving distance between Bacalar to Tulum is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Bacalar to Tulum.

Where can I stay near Tulum?

There are 2098+ hotels available in Tulum.

Bacalar to Tulum - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bacalar to Tulum by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merida to Tulumbus Mérida a Tulum
5h 47m
$6,119–47,168
Bus via Valladolid
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tahmek to Valladolidbus
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulumbus
6h 9m
$392–829
Train
1. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Tixkokob to Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuertotrain Mérida / ...
2. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto to Estación Tren Maya Tulumtrain Cancún
6h 38m
$1,207–5,144
Drive 236.3 km
1. Drive from Bacalar to Tulumcar 236.3 km
2h 52m
$417–603
Bus via Umán
1. Take the bus from Umán to Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulumbus Merida
9h 43m
$529–968

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Distance: 300.3 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Bacalar, Yucatán, Mexico and Tulum, Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico?

Wayak (D2D Private Transportation) operates a bus from Merida to Tulum once daily. Tickets cost $6,000–47,000 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bacalar to Tulum via Estación Tren Maya Tixkokob, Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto, and Estación Tren Maya Tulum in around 6h 38m.

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