How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Playa del Carmen start at R 742. The average price for this route is around R 809. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

The average bus journey time from Mérida to Playa del Carmen is 7h 18m, covering a distance of 268 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 43m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mérida to Playa del Carmen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO CONECTA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Playa del Carmen at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:58.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

A bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO CONECTA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Mérida to Playa del Carmen from R 742 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:47	ADO Merida	7h 18m	21:05	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	ADO Merida	6h 30m	23:00	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	08:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	11h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:47	ADO Merida	7h 18m	21:05	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	ADO Merida	6h 30m	23:00	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	08:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	11h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	ADO Merida	6h 30m	13:45	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h	13:45	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	06:40	ADO Merida	6h 5m	13:45	Turistica	No tags
Bus	15:30	ADO Merida	6h 30m	23:00	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	ADO Merida	7h 5m	12:05	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	ADO Merida	6h 30m	23:00	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	12:47	ADO Merida	7h 18m	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	5h 43m	18:30	Turistica	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
	Bus	06:30	ADO Merida	13h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
	Bus	09:00	ADO Merida	11h 5m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
	Bus	11:00	ADO Merida	9h 5m	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	5h 43m	18:30	Turistica	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	9h 5m	16:50	Turistica	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO	Bus	07:07	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h 23m	14:30	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
	Bus	06:15	ADO Merida	9h 35m	16:50	Turistica	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO	Bus	12:17	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h 13m	19:30	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Playa del Carmen on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	ADO Merida	8h 5m	21:05	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	ADO Merida	6h 30m	23:00	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	09:30	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	21:05	Turistica	No tags
Bus	12:47	ADO Merida	7h 18m	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:36 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Mérida to Playa del Carmen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 258, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

265 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 742 - R 1 444	Average duration7h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 258 - R 408	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mérida and Playa del Carmen?

Stops in Mérida

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

Stops in Playa del Carmen

A
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
Playa del Carmen Alterna , 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte., Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, QROO, Mexico
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B
Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
C
Mimi del Mar Hotel
Calle 2 Nte 1, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
D
Thompson Hotel
Calle 12 Nte 251, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77720 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
E
Grand Hyatt Resort
Calle 26 Nte 286, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77720 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
F
Puerto Aventuras - Catalonia Riviera Maya
Avenida Xcacel Plano 2, Lote 1, Manzana 18, 77783 Puerto Aventuras, Q.R., Mexico

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/510 198 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

Based on 28 reviews, ADO was rated 4.6 stars for this trip. ADO ticket prices on this trip start at R 742, with the trip lasting on average 516.

ADO Mérida Playa del Carmen recent customer reviews

First class all the way. Clean, modern, beautiful buses with comfortable seats make for a pleasant travel experience. Look forward to my next trip.

Steven W.

22 December 2020

The bus ride was ok. The driver had the volume of the movies too loud and the AC to cold. I would have given ADO a five star but for these issues.

Anjanie R.

28 November 2019

Comfortable trip.

Ellen Y.

23 February 2020

ADO CONECTA

4/51 184 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi1.7

MX bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Playa del Carmen by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Playa del Carmen start at R 742. The average price for this route is around R 809. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
The average bus journey time from Mérida to Playa del Carmen is 7h 18m, covering a distance of 268 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 43m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Playa del Carmen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO CONECTA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Playa del Carmen at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:58.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
A bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
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 Playa del Carmen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
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 Playa del Carmen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO CONECTA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.