A beautiful view from within central Tulum-mobile

How to get from
Playa del Carmen to Tulum

Playa del Carmen to Tulum Trip Overview

Distance9735 km (6084.4 miles)
Price range$4-$215
Ride Duration Range15m-1h 30m
Earliest Departure05:00
Latest Departure23:00

Take a bus or shuttle and enjoy the relaxing ride along the coastline when you travel from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. You never have to worry about cold weather; it’s perfect all year, but you may want to pack a light jacket for the nights if you go during the winter. Bring your beach gear so you can relax on the beautiful white sand beaches and enjoy various activities, such as kayaking, snorkeling, or surfing. There are also some historic landmarks to visit away from the beach, such as El Castillo, a large stone structure placed high on a cliff.

Travel Schedule Options from Playa del Carmen to Tulum



























































































Taking a bus from Playa del Carmen to Tulum

Fastest bus: 15m

Cheapest bus: $8

The fastest: 15m

The cheapest: $8

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

Reclining Seats

WC

The fastest: 1h

The cheapest: $8

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

The fastest: 45m

The cheapest: $74

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

Food

A beautiful view from within central Tulum

About the ride from Playa del Carmen to Tulum

Playa del Carmen to Tulum Route Information

The distance between Playa del Carmen and Tulum is 6084 miles, or approximately 9735 kilometers.

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

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

The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 15 minutes.

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

Playa del Carmen to Tulum by car

  • Starting Price: $74
  • 72 departures a day, or 504 departures a week

The only travel class available is 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 Tulum by minivan

  • Starting Price: $8
  • 164 departures a day, or 1148 departures a week

There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Tourist.

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 Tulum by bus

  • Starting Price: $7
  • 284 departures a day, or 1988 departures a week

There are 5 travel classes for this journey, including: Economy, Primera Class, Conecta Class, Standard and First 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.

Companies Operating from Playa del Carmen to Tulum

Average time

15m - 1h 20m

Average price

$4 - $8

(2200)

Average time

1h

Average price

$8

(163)

Average time

1h 10m

Average price

$5

(10)

Popular stations and stops in Playa del Carmen and Tulum

Departure stations in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen - Any hotel

La Pasion Hotel Boutique

Playa del Carmen bus stop

ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen

ADO Terminal Turistica Playa Del Carmen

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Arrival stations in Tulum

Tulum - Any hotel in Zona Hotelera Tulum

LiveTulum

Tulum bus stop

Tulum - Any hotel

ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum

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