Bus from Cancún to Palenque: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cancún to Palenque on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AUBus
ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Central de Autobuses ADOCheapestFastest
AUBus
ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Central de Autobuses ADONo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cancún to Palenque

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palenque. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 584, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
10h 50mAverage duration
676 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 231 - R 2 421Average duration15h 30m
17kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 584 - R 1 054Average duration10h 50m
28kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cancún to Palenque by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cancún to Palenque?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cancún to Palenque start at R 1 231. The average price for this route is around R 1 332. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cancún to Palenque?

    The average bus journey time from Cancún to Palenque is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 678 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 18m and is operated by ADO.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cancún to Palenque route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from AU, ADO, OCC.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cancún to Palenque?

    The earliest bus departs from Cancún to Palenque at 04:07. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cancún to Palenque?

    A bus trip from Cancún to Palenque produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cancún to Palenque?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cancún to Palenque?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cancún to Palenque?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cancún to Palenque?

    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
27/01
R 1 143
28/01
R 1 428
Today
R 1 142
30/01
R 1 144
31/01
R 1 104
01/02
R 1 124
02/02
R 1 114
03/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cancún to Palenque was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 104

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 104 to R 1 428 for a bus ticket from Cancún to Palenque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 104, which is on 2026-01-31.

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