How much is the bus ticket from Palenque to Mérida?

The cheapest coach tickets from Palenque to Mérida start from £58. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Palenque to Mérida?

The average bus journey time from Palenque to Mérida is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mérida route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO GL , OCC , AU .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palenque to Mérida?

The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mérida at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus journey from Palenque to Mérida produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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 10260 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 £48 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Palenque to Mérida on 18 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO GL + ADO	Bus	20:15	Central de Autobuses ADO	18h 35m	14:50	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO + AU	Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	19h 52m	14:22	ADO Merida	No tags
OCC + ADO Platino	Bus	00:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	18h 47m	19:37	Terminal ADO Altabrisa	No tags
ADO Platino + OCC	Bus	22:15	Central de Autobuses ADO	19h 42m	17:57	Terminal ADO Altabrisa	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Central de Autobuses ADO	9h 20m	07:20	ADO Merida	No tags

Get from Palenque to Mérida

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 50mAverage duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

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
Aeropuerto MID
Calle 23 487, Manuel Crescencio Rejón, 97255 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico
B
ADO Merida
Calle 69 564, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico
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C
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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Compare bus companies

ADO

4/510,282 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.1

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.

23 November 2025

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

Halina M.

24 May 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.

11 January 2025

ADO GL

4/5974 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi1.7

OCC

3.5/51,314 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.4

Based on 1314 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 Wi‑Fi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at £102

OCC Palenque Mérida recent customer reviews

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

Christopher A.

26 November 2019

AU

4/5898 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Palenque to Mérida?
The cheapest coach tickets from Palenque to Mérida start from £58. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Palenque to Mérida?
The average bus journey time from Palenque to Mérida is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mérida route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO GL, OCC, AU.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palenque to Mérida?
The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mérida at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Mérida?
A bus journey from Palenque to Mérida produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 10260 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Palenque to Mérida?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

16/03

£50

17/03

£49

Today

£50

19/03

£51

20/03

£50

21/03

£49

22/03

£49

23/03

£48

The cheapest trip from Palenque to Mérida, YUC, MX was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of £48

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 £48 to £51 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 £48, which is on 2026-03-23.