How much is the bus ticket from Palenque to Mérida?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Mérida start from $95. The average price for this route is around $103. 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 Palenque to Mérida?

The average bus travel time from Palenque to Mérida is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 458 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mérida route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO GL , OCC , AU , Cristobal Colon .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palenque to Mérida?

The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mérida at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:01pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Mérida?

A bus trip from Palenque to Mérida generates an estimated 11 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 Palenque to Mérida?

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 10027 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palenque to Mérida?

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 Palenque to Mérida?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palenque to Mérida?

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.

Bus Palenque to Mérida from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 25m	5:10am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	12:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 40m	9:25pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 35m	8:05pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO	Bus	4:30pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 5m	4:35am	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	5:20pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 25m	5:10am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 35m	8:05pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO GL	Bus	5:00am	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 35m	5:35pm	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	5:20pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	7:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 15m	4:00am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 35m	8:05pm	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 40m	9:25pm	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
AU + ADO	Bus	4:35pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h	4:35am	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	7:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 15m	4:00am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	5:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags
OCC + ADO	Bus	12:50am	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 25m	10:15am	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	5:20pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	7:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 15m	4:00am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO GL	Bus	5:00am	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 35m	5:35pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO	Bus	9:00am	Central de Autobuses ADO	13h 14m	10:14pm	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures for Palenque to Mérida on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	5:20pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	7:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 15m	4:00am	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 50m	7:20pm	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	10:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 35m	8:05pm	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	8h 40m	9:25pm	ADO Merida	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:38 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palenque to Mérida

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mérida. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

460 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $246	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $56	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palenque and Mérida?

Stops in Palenque

A
Central de Autobuses ADO
Palenque - Pakalná LB, Tulija, 29960 Palenque, Chis., Mexico
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Stops in Mérida

A
ADO Merida
Calle 69 564, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico
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B
Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60
Mérida Terminal paseo 60, calle 60 #346 A x 33 A y 35 Plaza Paseo 60, Mérida, Yuc., México
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C
Aeropuerto MID
Calle 23 487, Manuel Crescencio Rejón, 97255 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/510,040 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Passengers generally appreciate the comfortable seats and ample legroom provided during their journeys. The drivers are noted for being friendly, and buses typically arrive on time. However, several users have mentioned that the air conditioning can be excessively cold throughout the trip. Additionally, some travelers reported unexpected stops without clear explanations at night.

ADO Palenque Mérida recent customer reviews

The bus was a bit old and we arrived one and a half hour late, but not because of ADO, just Mexican stuff

Anders C.

November 23, 2025

The bus was late so we missed our connecting bus, Ado forced us to pay again for the connecting bus:(

Halina M.

May 24, 2025

El conductor fue amable y el autobús llegó a tiempo. Pero pasamos mucho frío durante el viaje. El aire acondicionado estaba demasiado fuerte.

Manon A.

January 11, 2025

ADO GL

4/5949 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.7

OCC

3.5/51,300 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

Based on 1300 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at $183

OCC Palenque Mérida recent customer reviews

Satisfactory service. Didn't understand driver announcements but didn't matter

Christopher A.

November 26, 2019

AU

4/5879 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

Cristobal Colon

3.5/5131 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX 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 Palenque to Mérida?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Mérida start from $95. The average price for this route is around $103. 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 Palenque to Mérida?
The average bus travel time from Palenque to Mérida is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 458 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mérida route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO GL, OCC, AU, Cristobal Colon.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palenque to Mérida?
The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mérida at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:01pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Mérida?
A bus trip from Palenque to Mérida generates an estimated 11 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 Palenque to Mérida?
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 10027 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palenque to Mérida?
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 Palenque to Mérida?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palenque to Mérida?
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.

Best price found

12-22

$89

12-23

$89

Today

$89

12-25

$89

12-26

$89

12-27

$89

12-28

$89

12-29

$89

The cheapest trip from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $89

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $89 to $89 for a bus ticket from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2025-12-29.