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28 h 33 min
2249 km.
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Monterrey, Mexico → Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Monterrey to Playa Del Carmen

Cheapest
28 h 33 min
Car
2249 km.
from $123
Other
6 h 59 min
Plane, Ferry
1462 km.
from $255.85
34 h 1 min
1462 km.
from $188.26
36 h 10 min
1462 km.
from $152.63
41 h 55 min
1462 km.
from $139.26

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.86–$700.78

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$140.16–$535.14

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cozumel
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$82.82–$318.54

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Acayucan to Playa
Ave. Duration:
18h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.19–$140.16
Bus from Cárdenas to Playa
Ave. Duration:
15h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$82.82–$121.04

Tours Acosta

Phone:
+52 937 132 0108
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064204080121
Bus from Monterrey to Acayucan
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.22–$45.87

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Email:
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Cárdenas to Playa
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.42–$82.82
Bus from Paraíso to Playa
Ave. Duration:
17h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.97–$89.19

Turistab

Website:
facebook.com/viajesturistab/
Bus from Monterrey to Cárdenas
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.01–$96.84

Autobuses TRT

Phone:
+52 999 924 0830
Website:
facebook.com/AutobusesTRTMX/
Bus from Cárdenas to Paraíso
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.19–$4.59

Centla

Phone:
+52 1 993 129 9198
Website:
facebook.com/centla.centla.7
Bus from Cárdenas to Paraíso
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.31–$3.70

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 Monterrey to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest way to get from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen is to bus which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 34h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen is to fly and ferry which takes 6h 59m and costs $97.83 - $315.22 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from Monterrey and arriving at Playa del Carmen Alterna via Acayucan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 1m.

How far is it from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Monterrey and Playa del Carmen is 1519 km. The road distance is 2258.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus which takes 34h 1m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen, including transfers.

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

Monterrey to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Tours Acosta, depart from Monterrey station.

Where does the Monterrey to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Monterrey to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by Tours Acosta, arrive at Acayucan station.

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

Playa del Carmen is 1h ahead of Monterrey. It is currently 06:30 in Monterrey and 07:30 in Playa del Carmen.

Can I drive from Monterrey to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterrey to Playa del Carmen is 2258 km. It takes approximately 28h 36m to drive from Monterrey 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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