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Playa del Carmen to Tikal

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Six ways to Travel from Playa Del Carmen to Tikal

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Cheapest
By car (666 km)
10 h 2 min
666 km.
from $36
Other
Rideshare
10 h 2 min
666 km.
from $8.69
Train, Bus
10 h 58 min
462 km.
from $156.98
Bus (Bus)
13 h 14 min
460 km.
from $83.09
Plane
8 h 58 min
462 km.
from $1738.96
Bus (Bus)
19 h 49 min
460 km.
from $160.35

Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$978.26

TAG Airlines

Website:
tag.com.gt/
Plane from Cancún International Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$978.26

Bus operators

Clark Tours

Phone:
+502 2412 4700
Email:
Website:
clarktours.com.gt
Bus from Melchor de Mencos to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$38.04–$59.78

Morales Transports

Phone:
+501 4223204
Email:
Website:
moralestransports.com/
Bus from Corozal to Belmopan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.76
Bus from Corozal to Benque
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.76

Mundo Maya Travels (MayanOz)

Email:
Website:
travelmundomaya.com/home
Bus from Bacalar to Flores
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$86.96

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$30.43

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$29.35

Autobuses Mayab

Phone:
+52 997 976 0191
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Felipe
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.61–$10.87
Bus from Felipe Carrillo Puerto to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Marlin Espadas

Phone:
+52 983 837 3229
Email:
Website:
marlinespadas.net/index.html
Bus from Bacalar to Melchor
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$50.00

Guatemala Local Buses

Bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.32

Sindicato de taxistas Lázaro Cárdenas del Río

Phone:
+52 984 188 6604
Website:
facebook.com/taxisplaya
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$173.91–$923.91

Playa Express

Phone:
+52 984 131 6530
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063772020963
Bus from Playa del Carmen to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.72–$3.15

Train operators

Tren Maya

Email:
Website:
trenmaya.gob.mx/
Train from Estación Tren Maya Playa del Carmen to Estación
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$92.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Tikal is to bus and drive which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 13h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Playa del Carmen to Tikal is to fly which takes 8h 58m and costs $815.22 - $1847.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Playa del Carmen to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Playa del Carmen and arriving at Tikal via Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum, Bacalar and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 49m.

How far is it from Playa del Carmen to Tikal?

The distance between Playa del Carmen and Tikal is 674 km. The road distance is 657.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Tikal without a car is to shuttle which takes 18h 7m and costs $250 - $1032.61 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 58m to get from Playa del Carmen to Tikal, including transfers.

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

Playa del Carmen to Tikal bus services, operated by Playa Express, depart from Playa del Carmen station.

Bus or fly from Playa del Carmen to Tikal?

The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Tikal is to fly which takes 8h 58m and costs $815.22 - $1847.83 . Alternatively, you can bus and Public Minibus, which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 19h 49m.

Where does the Playa del Carmen to Tikal bus arrive?

Playa del Carmen to Tikal bus services, operated by Playa Express, arrive at Terminal de Autobuses ADO Tulum station.

What is the time difference between Playa del Carmen and Tikal?

Tikal is 1h behind Playa del Carmen. It is currently 02:42 in Playa del Carmen and 01:42 in Tikal.

Can I drive from Playa del Carmen to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa del Carmen to Tikal is 657 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Playa del Carmen to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are four+ hotels available in Tikal. Prices start at $41.75 per night.
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