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Five ways to Travel from Puerto Vallarta to Playa Del Carmen

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Cheapest
By car (2 451 km)
28 h
2451 km.
from $134
Other
Plane, Ferry
8 h 34 min
1886 km.
from $278.04
Bus
38 h 37 min
1887 km.
from $271.01
Bus via Mexico City
42 h 3 min
1886 km.
from $214.59
Bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez
2 d 5 h 50 min
1886 km.
from $199.33

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.90–$700.78

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.41–$471.43

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
11h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Córdoba to Playa
Ave. Duration:
22h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$165.64
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$26.76
Bus from Puebla CAPU to Playa
Ave. Duration:
25h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$191.12

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Email:
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$114.67

ETN Turistar

Phone:
+52 800 800 0386
Email:
Website:
etn.com.mx/english/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.58–$53.51

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$21.66
Bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Playa
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$191.12

Autotravel

Phone:
+52 713 120 0700
Email:
Website:
autotravel.mx/
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.40–$89.19
Bus from Central ACN to Tuxtla
Ave. Duration:
26h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.43–$101.93

ACN Autobuses

Phone:
+52 664 299 0487
Email:
Website:
acnautobuses.com/
Bus from Central ACN to Córdoba
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$70.08

Vallarta Plus

Phone:
+52 333 111 8780
Email:
Website:
vallartaplus.com/
Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.76–$48.90

Estrella Roja

Phone:
+52 222 273 8300
Email:
Website:
estrellaroja.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$16.56

Other operators

Ultramar Ferry

Phone:
+52 998 460 3084
Email:
Website:
ultramarferry.com/en
Other from Cozumel to Playa
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$19.06

Winjet

Phone:
+52 987 872 1588
Email:
Website:
winjet.mx/en/home/
Other from Cozumel to Playa
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.61–$14.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen is to bus which costs $141.30 - $260.87 and takes 38h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen is to fly and ferry which takes 8h 34m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Puerto Vallarta and Playa del Carmen?

No, there is no direct bus from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from Puerto Vallarta and arriving at Playa del Carmen Alterna via Terminal Zapopan, Central ACN and Córdoba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 37m.

How far is it from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Puerto Vallarta and Playa del Carmen is 1931 km. The road distance is 2453.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus which takes 38h 37m and costs $141.30 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen, including transfers.

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

Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Vallarta Plus, depart from Puerto Vallarta station.

Where does the Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Vallarta Plus, arrive at Terminal Zapopan station.

What is the time difference between Puerto Vallarta and Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen is 1h ahead of Puerto Vallarta. It is currently 21:17 in Puerto Vallarta and 22:17 in Playa del Carmen.

Can I drive from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen is 2454 km. It takes approximately 28h 10m to drive from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen.

Where can I stay near Playa del Carmen?

There are 2650+ hotels available in Playa del Carmen. Prices start at $117.53 per night.
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