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21 h 7 min
1718 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tampico to Playa Del Carmen

Composite routes from Tampico to Playa Del Carmen

Cheapest
21 h 7 min
Car
1718 km.
from $94
Other
7 h 20 min
Plane, Ferry
1132 km.
from $349.33
28 h 45 min
1132 km.
from $140.48
29 h 22 min
1132 km.
from $238.33

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
ADO
Website
ETN Turistar
Website
Autobuses Eje del Golfo
Website
ADO
Website
20h 15m
Twice daily
$92.39–$141.30
+52 55 4386 4652
+52 55 4386 4652
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
ETN Turistar
Website
3h
Twice daily
$19.57–$35.87
+52 800 800 0386
+52 800 800 0386
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Autobuses Eje del Golfo
Website
4h
Hourly
$8.91–$9.24
Airlines
Found: 1
Aeroméxico
Website
Aeroméxico
Website
5h 11m
Every day
$108.70–$391.30
Other operators
Found: 2
Ultramar Ferry
Website
Winjet
Website
Ultramar Ferry
Website
40 min
Every 3 hours
$8.13–$16.26
+52 998 460 3084
+52 998 460 3084
[email protected]
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Winjet
Website
45 min
Every 4 hours
$4.78–$12.43
+52 987 872 1588
+52 987 872 1588
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tampico to Playa del Carmen is to bus via Coatzintla which costs $119.57 - $195.65 and takes 28h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampico to Playa del Carmen is to fly and ferry which takes 7h 20m and costs $130.43 - $434.78 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Tampico to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from Tampico Ejército and arriving at Playa del Carmen Alterna via Poza Rica de Hidalgo and Veracruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

How far is it from Tampico to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Tampico and Playa del Carmen is 1172 km. The road distance is 1762.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampico to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus via Coatzintla which takes 28h 45m and costs $119.57 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Tampico to Playa del Carmen, including transfers.

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

Tampico to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ETN Turistar, depart from Tampico Ejército station.

Where does the Tampico to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Tampico to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ETN Turistar, arrive at Poza Rica de Hidalgo station.

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

Playa del Carmen is 1h ahead of Tampico. It is currently 05:21 in Tampico and 06:21 in Playa del Carmen.

Can I drive from Tampico to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampico to Playa del Carmen is 1762 km. It takes approximately 21h 54m to drive from Tampico 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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