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Brownsville to Playa del Carmen

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Brownsville, United States of America → Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Eight ways to Travel from Brownsville to Playa Del Carmen

Composite routes from Brownsville to Playa Del Carmen

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Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from La Plaza at Brownsville to McAllen
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$50.95

ADO

Phone:
+52 55 4386 4652
Website:
ado.com.mx/
Bus from Matamoros to Veracruz
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$121.02
Bus from Veracruz to Playa
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$101.91–$165.60

Tours Acosta

Phone:
+52 937 132 0108
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064204080121
Bus from Villahermosa to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$35.67

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from La Plaza at Brownsville to McAllen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$76.43

Futura

Phone:
800 507 5500
Website:
futura.com.mx/
Bus from Matamoros to Reynosa
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$29.30
Bus from Matamoros to Monterrey
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$52.23

Turistab

Website:
facebook.com/viajesturistab/
Bus from Monterrey to Villahermosa
Ave. Duration:
22h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.06–$93.25

Omnibus de Mexico

Phone:
+52 55 5141 4300
Website:
odm.com.mx/
Bus from Matamoros to Reynosa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.99–$47.13
Bus from Matamoros to Monterrey
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$70.06

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from La Plaza at Brownsville to McAllen
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$44.59

Transportes Frontera

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Website:
transportesfrontera.com.mx/
Bus from Matamoros to Reynosa
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.24–$15.29
Bus from Matamoros to Monterrey
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$42.04

Valley Metro Texas

Phone:
1-800-574-8322
Website:
lrgvdc.org/valleymetro.html
Bus from La Plaza at Brownsville to McAllen
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.24

Noreste

Phone:
+52 55 5141 4300
Website:
noreste.com.mx/
Bus from Matamoros to Monterrey
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.57–$44.59

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
5h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$955.39

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$1,082.78
Plane from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$891.70
Plane from Rio Grande Valley International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Rio Grande Valley International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59

Aeroméxico

Website:
aeromexico.com/es-mx
Plane from General Lucio Blanco International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$764.32

Viva Aerobus

Website:
vivaaerobus.com
Plane from General Lucio Blanco International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$108.28–$407.64
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$343.94

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Mcallen Miller International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$433.11
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$369.42

Magnicharters

Website:
magnicharters.com/
Plane from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.60–$356.68

Sun Country Airlines

Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Rio Grande Valley International Airport to Cancún
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen is to bus via Villahermosa which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 41h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen is to bus and fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $706.52 - $1847.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen. However, there are services departing from Matamoros and arriving at Playa del Carmen Alterna via Veracruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 5m.

How far is it from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen?

The distance between Brownsville and Playa del Carmen is 1445 km. The road distance is 2248.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen without a car is to bus which takes 37h 5m and costs $152.17 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen, including transfers.

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

Brownsville to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Matamoros station.

Bus or fly from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen?

The best way to get from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen is to bus which takes 37h 5m and costs $152.17 - $250 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $815.22 - $2173.91 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Brownsville to Playa del Carmen bus arrive?

Brownsville to Playa del Carmen bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Veracruz station.

Can I drive from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brownsville to Playa del Carmen is 2248 km. It takes approximately 28h 8m to drive from Brownsville to Playa del Carmen.

Where can I stay near Playa del Carmen?

There are 2677+ hotels available in Playa del Carmen. Prices start at $113.90 per night.
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