What is the cheapest way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito?

The cheapest way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito is to bus via Mérida Noreste which costs $230 - $700 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito?

The fastest way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $500 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mérida and El Ranchito?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mérida and arriving at Xcaret. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mérida and El Ranchito?

No, there is no direct train from Mérida to El Ranchito. However, there are services departing from Estación Tren Maya Mérida Teya and arriving at Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen via Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Mérida to El Ranchito?

The distance between Mérida and El Ranchito is 300 km. The road distance is 298.3 km.

How do I travel from Mérida to El Ranchito without a car?

The best way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $500 - $1300.

How long does it take to get from Mérida to El Ranchito?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Mérida to El Ranchito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mérida to El Ranchito bus from?

Mérida to El Ranchito bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Mérida Centro Histórico station.

Where do I catch the Mérida to El Ranchito train from?

Mérida to El Ranchito train services, operated by Tren Maya, depart from Estación Tren Maya Mérida Teya station.

Train or bus from Mérida to El Ranchito?

The best way to get from Mérida to El Ranchito is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $500 - $1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $650 - $4400 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Mérida to El Ranchito bus arrive?

Mérida to El Ranchito bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Playa del Carmen Alterna station.

What is the time difference between Mérida and El Ranchito?

El Ranchito is 1h ahead of Mérida. It is currently 1:25 PM in Mérida and 2:25 PM in El Ranchito.

Where does the Mérida to El Ranchito train arrive?

Mérida to El Ranchito train services, operated by Tren Maya, arrive at Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto station.

Can I drive from Mérida to El Ranchito?

Yes, the driving distance between Mérida to El Ranchito is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Mérida to El Ranchito.

Where can I stay near El Ranchito?

There are 2188+ hotels available in El Ranchito.

Mérida to El Ranchito - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Mérida to El Ranchito by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mérida Centro Histórico to Playa del Carmen Alternabus 1 / ...
5h 16m
$518–1,266
Bus via Mérida Noreste
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mérida Noreste to Playa del Carmenbus
7h 46m
$230–658
Train
1. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Mérida Teya to Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuertotrain Mérida / ...
2. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto to Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmentrain Cancún
5h 37m
$674–4,345
Drive 298.3 km
1. Drive from Mérida to El Ranchitocar 298.3 km
3h 21m
$528–763
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Mérida to Xcaretbus Merida
8h 35m
$500–800

Mérida to El Ranchito by bus and foot

140Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

$518Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Mérida, Mexico and El Ranchito, Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico?

ADO operates a bus from Mérida Centro Histórico to Playa del Carmen Alterna hourly. Tickets cost $600–900 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Estación Tren Maya Mérida Teya to El Ranchito via Estación Tren Maya Cancún Aeropuerto and Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen in around 5h 37m.

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