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

The cheapest way to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen is to shuttle which costs $55 - $4600 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $110 - $170.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum and arriving at Playa del Carmen. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Tulum and Playa del Carmen is 63 km. The road distance is 62.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $40 - $550.

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

The bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Playa del Carmen takes 1h including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Tulum to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Playa Express, depart from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum station.

Where does the Tulum to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Tulum to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Playa Express, arrive at Playa del Carmen station.

Can I drive from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Tulum to Playa del Carmen is 63 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Tulum to Playa del Carmen.

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

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Where can I stay near Playa del Carmen?

There are 2161+ hotels available in Playa del Carmen.

Tulum to Playa del Carmen - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen by bus, car, taxi, or shuttle

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best
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Playa del Carmenbus Tulum
1h
$40–550
Drive 62.9 km
1. Drive from Tulum to Playa del Carmencar 62.9 km
49 min
$112–162
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tulum to Playa del Carmentaxi 62.9 km
49 min
$2,500–3,100
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tulum to Playa del Carmenshuttle Tulum
1h 10m
$55–4,600

Tulum to Playa del Carmen by bus

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Distance: 63 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Tulum, Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico and Playa del Carmen, Mexico?

Playa Express operates a bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Playa del Carmen hourly. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 1h. Five other operators also service this route.

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