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Bus Xalapa to Playa del Carmen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$119
Average Bus Trip Duration23h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:45am
Distance1034 km
Latest bus departure11:50am

Xalapa to Playa del Carmen Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Playa del Carmen from Xalapa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Xalapa - Playa del Carmen

  1. How long does it take to get to Playa del Carmen from Xalapa by bus?

    The trip from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen will take on average 23h 5m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Playa del Carmen in about 21h 30m.

  2. What is the distance between Xalapa and Playa del Carmen?

    The distance between Xalapa and Playa del Carmen is around 1030 km (639 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen?

    The least expensive option to go from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$116, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much is the bus from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen?

    Taking the bus from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen costs on average US$119.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Xalapa until 11:50am and reaching Playa del Carmen on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$101
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Jun 6, 2025 with a price of US$101

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$101 to US$102 for a bus ticket from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$102 which is on 2025-06-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Xalapa and Playa del Carmen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Xalapa to Playa del Carmen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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