What is the cheapest way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen is to drive which costs $800 - $1200 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

The fastest way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $800 - $1600.

Is there a direct bus between Campeche and Playa del Carmen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Campeche and arriving at Playa del Carmen Terminal Alterna. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Campeche and Playa del Carmen?

No, there is no direct train from Campeche to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from Estación Barrio Santa Lucia and arriving at Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen via Estación Tren Maya Campeche and Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Campeche and Playa del Carmen is 459 km. The road distance is 456 km.

How do I travel from Campeche to Playa del Carmen without a car?

The best way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $800 - $1600.

How long does it take to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

The bus from Campeche to Playa del Carmen Terminal Alterna takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Campeche to Playa del Carmen bus from?

Campeche to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Campeche station.

Where do I catch the Campeche to Playa del Carmen train from?

Campeche to Playa del Carmen train services, operated by Tren Maya, depart from Estación Tren Maya Campeche station.

Train or bus from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

The best way to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $800 - $1600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $650 - $5000 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Campeche to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Campeche to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Playa del Carmen Terminal Alterna station.

What is the time difference between Campeche and Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen is 1h ahead of Campeche. It is currently 3:40 PM in Campeche and 4:40 PM in Playa del Carmen.

Where does the Campeche to Playa del Carmen train arrive?

Campeche to Playa del Carmen train services, operated by Tren Maya, arrive at Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto station.

Can I drive from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Campeche to Playa del Carmen is 456 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Campeche to Playa del Carmen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Campeche to Playa del Carmen?

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Where can I stay near Playa del Carmen?

There are 2188+ hotels available in Playa del Carmen.

Campeche to Playa del Carmen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Campeche to Playa del Carmen by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Campeche to Playa del Carmen Terminal Alternabus 1 / ...
5h 30m
$800–1,600
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Campeche to Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuertotrain Campeche / ...
2. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto to Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmentrain Cancún
8h 54m
$689–4,922
Drive 456 km
1. Drive from Campeche to Playa del Carmencar 456 km
5h 35m
$813–1,174

Campeche to Playa del Carmen by bus

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Distance: 458.6 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Campeche, Mexico and Playa del Carmen, Mexico?

ADO operates a bus from Campeche to Playa del Carmen Terminal Alterna every 3 hours. Tickets cost $900–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Estación Barrio Santa Lucia to Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen via Estación Tren Maya Campeche and Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto in around 8h 54m.

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