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Palenque to Bacalar

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Palenque, Mexico → Bacalar, Mexico

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Composite routes from Palenque to Bacalar

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Palenque to Escárcega
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.48–$38.22
Bus from Palenque to Villahermosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$26.76

Autobuses Unidos (AU)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Palenque to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$56.06

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Palenque to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$76.45

Agencia de Viajes Chule

Phone:
+52 921 124 4435
Website:
facebook.com/ChuleCoatzacoalcos/
Bus from Escárcega to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$34.40

Vive Mexico

Phone:
+52 998 398 8466
Website:
facebook.com/vivemexicoviajescancun
Bus from Escárcega to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$24.21

Transportadora Turística del Caribe

Phone:
+52 998 163 6342
Website:
facebook.com/agenciadelcaribe/
Bus from Escárcega to Bacalar
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.24–$10.83

Train operators

Tren Maya

Website:
trenmaya.gob.mx/
Train from Estación Tren Maya Palenque to Estación
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$62.18
Train from Estación Tren Maya Escárcega to Estación
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$77.09

Airlines

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.38–$637.07

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$114.67–$420.47

Mexicana

Website:
mexicana.gob.mx/
Plane from Villahermosa International Airport to Chetumal
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$108.30–$598.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palenque to Bacalar?

The cheapest way to get from Palenque to Bacalar is to bus which costs $23.91 - $47.83 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palenque to Bacalar?

The fastest way to get from Palenque to Bacalar is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Palenque and Bacalar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palenque and arriving at Bacalar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Palenque to Bacalar?

The distance between Palenque and Bacalar is 504 km. The road distance is 486.4 km.

How do I travel from Palenque to Bacalar without a car?

The best way to get from Palenque to Bacalar without a car is to bus via Escárcega which takes 7h 39m and costs $26.09 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Palenque to Bacalar?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Palenque to Bacalar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Bacalar bus from?

Palenque to Bacalar bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Palenque station.

Train or bus from Palenque to Bacalar?

The best way to get from Palenque to Bacalar is to bus via Escárcega which takes 7h 39m and costs $26.09 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $42.39 - $152.17 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Palenque to Bacalar bus arrive?

Palenque to Bacalar bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Escárcega station.

What is the time difference between Palenque and Bacalar?

Bacalar is 1h ahead of Palenque. It is currently 09:20 in Palenque and 10:20 in Bacalar.

Can I drive from Palenque to Bacalar?

Yes, the driving distance between Palenque to Bacalar is 486 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Palenque to Bacalar.

Where can I stay near Bacalar?

There are 351+ hotels available in Bacalar. Prices start at $2.51 per night.
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