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How to get from
Playa del Carmen to Cancun

Playa del Carmen to Cancun Trip Overview

Distance51 km (31.9 miles)
Price range$4-$698
Ride Duration Range40m-2h 10m
Earliest Departure05:00
Latest Departure23:00

A scenic bus ride down the coast is the easiest and most affordable way to travel from Playa del Carmen to Cancun. Buses depart throughout the day and the drive takes roughly 90 minutes. Colectivos are also an easy and affordable option. Cancun is known for its white sand beaches, turquoise water, and upscaled nightlife. You can also go exploring, sightseeing, and shopping in the city. The best time to visit Cancun is between December and March.

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Taking a bus from Playa del Carmen to Cancun

Fastest bus: 55m

Cheapest bus: $4

The fastest: 55m

The cheapest: $4

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

Reclining Seats

A/C

WC

TV

The fastest: 45m

The cheapest: $14

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

English Speaking Staff

Wifi

Charger

Food

The fastest: 45m

The cheapest: $58

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

English Speaking Staff

Wifi

Food

The fastest: 40m

The cheapest: $698

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

Food

English Speaking Staff

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About the ride from Playa del Carmen to Cancun

Playa del Carmen to Cancun Route Information

The distance between Playa del Carmen and Cancun is 32 miles, or approximately 51 kilometers.

There are 4 ways to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancun, including minivan,flight,car,bus.

The earliest departure leaves at 05:00 and has a duration of 45 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 40 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by minivan

  • Starting Price: $14
  • 798 departures a day, or 5586 departures a week

There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist, Standard, Shuttle and Comfort.

Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by flight

  • Starting Price: $698
  • 5 departures a day, or 35 departures a week

The only travel class available is Tourist.

Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by car

  • Starting Price: $58
  • 429 departures a day, or 3003 departures a week

There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: SUV, Standard and Comfort.

Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by bus

  • Starting Price: $4
  • 1205 departures a day, or 8435 departures a week

There are 6 travel classes for this journey, including: Conecta Class, Primera Class, Economy, Standard, First Class and Executive.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.

Companies Operating from Playa del Carmen to Cancun

Average time

45m

Average price

$14 - $128

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Average time

1h

Average price

$63

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Average time

50m

Average price

$62 - $81

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Average time

1h

Average price

$90

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