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How to get from
Playa del Carmen to Cancun

Playa del Carmen to Cancun Trip Overview

Distance50 km (31.3 miles)
Price range$124-$129
Ride Duration1h 15m
Earliest Departure19:00
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

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

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The fastest: 1h 15m

The cheapest: $124

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

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English Speaking Staff

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POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

English Speaking Staff

Wifi

Food

A beautiful view from within central Cancun

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 31 miles, or approximately 50 kilometers.

There are 3 ways to get from Playa del Carmen to Cancun, including minivan,car,bus.

The earliest departure leaves at 19:00 and has a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by minivan, which takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by minivan

  • Starting Price: $123
  • 68 departures a day, or 476 departures a week

There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard, Tourist, 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 options.

Playa del Carmen to Cancun by car

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

    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 options.

    Playa del Carmen to Cancun by bus

      There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Primera Class, Economy and Conecta Class.

      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 options.

      Popular stations and stops in Playa del Carmen and Cancun

      Departure stations in Playa del Carmen

      La Pasion Hotel Boutique

      Playa del Carmen bus stop

      Playa del Carmen - Any hotel

      Playa del Carmen - Any hotel in Hotel Zone 1

      Playa del Carmen - Any hotel in Hotel Zone 2

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      Arrival stations in Cancun

      Cancun Airport (CUN) - Terminal 2

      Cancun Airport (CUN)

      Cancun - Any hotel

      ADO Terminal Autobuses Cancun

      ADO Terminal Autobuses Cancun

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