Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:13 PM CST.
Get from Mérida to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Cárdenas start from $124. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mérida to Cárdenas?
The average bus travel time from Mérida to Cárdenas is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Cárdenas route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mérida to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Cárdenas at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Mérida to Cárdenas generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mérida to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 10181 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mérida to Cárdenas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mérida to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mérida to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $107 to $111 for a bus ticket from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2026-01-30.
