How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Tulum?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Tulum start at R 598. The average price for this route is around R 625. 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 Tulum?

The average bus journey time from Mérida to Tulum is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mérida to Tulum route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO Aeropuerto , ADO CONECTA , ADO GL .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Tulum at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:58.

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

A bus trip from Mérida to Tulum produces an estimated 6 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 Tulum?

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 Tulum?

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 Tulum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Mérida to Tulum from R 516 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags
Bus	16:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	22:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	18:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	00:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	08:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	12h 22m	22:07	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	ADO Merida	4h 20m	12:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	Fastest
Bus	08:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	14:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags
Bus	16:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	22:07	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	11:07	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	Fastest
Bus	06:40	ADO Merida	4h 20m	12:00	Centro	No tags
Bus	08:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	14:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	ADO Merida	4h 20m	12:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	Fastest
Bus	08:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	14:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags
Bus	16:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	22:07	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	ADO Merida	4h 20m	12:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	Fastest
Bus	07:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	13:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	08:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	14:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Mérida to Tulum on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	16:37	Centro	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:47	ADO Merida	3h 50m	19:37	Centro	No tags
Bus	16:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	22:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	18:47	ADO Merida	4h 20m	00:07	Centro	No tags
Bus	06:45	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	5h 30m	13:15	Centro	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:50 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Mérida to Tulum

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Tulum. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

237 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 598 - R 1 491	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 229 - R 368	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mérida and Tulum?

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 Tulum

A
Parque Xel-Há
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Visit page
B
ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins
ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins, 77765 Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, Carr. Cancún - Tulum
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Compare bus companies

ADO

4/510 196 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

Travelers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with ADO, highlighting the comfort and cleanliness of the buses. The service is praised for being punctual, offering amenities like air conditioning, charging ports, and movies during trips. While most found their journeys enjoyable and well-organized, a few noted that the air conditioning could be too cold at times or mentioned occasional unpleasant odors from bathrooms. Overall, passengers recommend ADO as an efficient way to travel comfortably across regions such as Merida to Tulum.

ADO Mérida Tulum recent customer reviews

Wasn't to bad, bus was late. Driver stopped on the way to buy oranges. Baggage man was GRUMPY!!! Toilet was out of operation. Seats not very comfortable

Ruhiyyih R.

8 January 2026

Everything went very well. The bus terminal in Merida was organized and clean. The bus was also clean, on time, and with A/C. It was a very good experience riding it with my family of 4. Highly recommended.

Nino Z.

27 November 2025

ADO is easy, on time and a comfortable way to travel. I appreciate the ample seating, bathrooms, air conditioning, movies and charging ports.

Kim B.

10 July 2025

ADO Aeropuerto

4/5590 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.1

ADO CONECTA

4/51 184 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi1.7

ADO GL

4/5967 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Tulum 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 Tulum?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Tulum start at R 598. The average price for this route is around R 625. 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 Tulum?
The average bus journey time from Mérida to Tulum is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Tulum route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO Aeropuerto, ADO CONECTA, ADO GL.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Tulum?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Tulum at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:58.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Tulum?
A bus trip from Mérida to Tulum produces an estimated 6 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 Tulum?
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 Tulum?
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 Tulum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mérida to Tulum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 548

28/01

R 548

Today

R 551

30/01

R 549

31/01

R 549

01/02

R 547

02/02

R 551

03/02

R 544

The cheapest trip from Mérida, YUC, MX to Tulum was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 544

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

You can expect to pay from R 544 to R 551 for a bus ticket from Mérida, YUC, MX to Tulum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 544, which is on 2026-02-03.