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How to Travel from

Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

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18 h 59 min
1589 km.
from $87
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Six ways to Travel from Mexico City to Playa Del Carmen

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Cheapest
By car (1 589 km)
18 h 59 min
1589 km.
from $87
Fastest
Plane from Mexico City (Toluca International Airport) to Playa Del Carmen (Cozumel Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
18 h 59 min
1589 km.
from $20.73
Plane, Ferry
5 h 12 min
1264 km.
from $381.35
Bus via Puebla
28 h 15 min
1264 km.
from $121.61
Bus
28 h 32 min
1264 km.
from $202.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from México TAPO to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.04–$21.74
Bus from Puebla CAPU to Playa
Ave. Duration:
25h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$163.04
Bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
27h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$103.26–$173.91
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Playa
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.78–$16.30

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from México TAPO to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$23.91

Autobuses Mayab

Phone:
+52 997 976 0191
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Terminal de Autobuses ADO Cancún to Playa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.26–$4.57

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from México TAPO to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.15–$16.30

Super Rápidos

Phone:
+52 222 273 8300
Website:
estrellaroja.com.mx/
Bus from México TAPO to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.15–$11.96

Estrella Roja

Phone:
+52 222 273 8300
Email:
Website:
estrellaroja.com.mx/
Bus from México TAPO to Puebla
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.33–$14.13

Airlines

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Mexico City International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$293.48

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Mexico City International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$315.22

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:
$8.13–$16.26

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:
$4.78–$12.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen is to bus via Puebla which costs $103.26 - $195.65 and takes 28h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen is to fly and ferry which takes 5h 12m and costs $130.43 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Mexico City and Playa del Carmen?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from México TAPO and arriving at Playa del Carmen Alterna via Puebla CAPU. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 15m.

How far is it from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Mexico City and Playa del Carmen is 1303 km. The road distance is 1589.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus via Puebla which takes 28h 15m and costs $103.26 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen, including transfers.

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

Mexico City to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Autobuses Unidos (AU), depart from México TAPO station.

Where does the Mexico City to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Mexico City to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Autobuses Unidos (AU), arrive at Puebla Terminal CAPU station.

What is the time difference between Mexico City and Playa del Carmen?

Playa del Carmen is 1h ahead of Mexico City. It is currently 09:01 in Mexico City and 10:01 in Playa del Carmen.

Can I drive from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexico City to Playa del Carmen is 1590 km. It takes approximately 19h 8m to drive from Mexico City 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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