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

The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Tulum start from $5. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?

The average bus trip duration from Playa del Carmen to Tulum is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Escalibur .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO Aeropuerto , ADO CONECTA , AU , OCC , Escalibur .

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

The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Tulum at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Tulum generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Playa del Carmen 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 10002 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Escalibur has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen to Tulum from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Turistica	1h 10m	6:10pm	Centro	Fastest
Bus	5:37pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:47pm	Centro	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	8:00pm	Centro	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	8:45pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	8:00pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	1h 5m	1:55pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	1h 5m	1:55pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	1h 5m	1:55pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	1h 5m	1:55pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	No tags

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Tulum on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	1h 5m	1:55pm	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	8:21am	Turistica	50m	9:11am	Parque Xel-Há	Fastest
Bus	7:32am	Turistica	1h 10m	8:42am	Centro	No tags
Bus	8:17am	Turistica	1h 10m	9:27am	Centro	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	1h 10m	6:45pm	Centro	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Playa del Carmen to Tulum

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tulum. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $21	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $6	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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

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

Stops in Tulum

A
Parque Xel-Há
Unnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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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

4/510,007 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Customers appreciate the comfortable seating and smooth rides offered by this bus service, highlighting its affordability and punctuality. However, some users noted confusion at terminals due to unclear information about bus departures or locations. Additionally, there were occasional issues with air conditioning not functioning properly during trips.

ADO Playa del Carmen Tulum recent customer reviews

Outbound from PDC to Tulum was a nice coach. Comfortable. AC. Toilet. Return was an uncomfortable minibus with broken seatbelts and no toilet. Both arrived 10+ mins late for Departure

Eugene O.

October 7, 2025

It was good but it wasn't clear where to catch the bus back when we got dropped off at the side of the highway to go to Tulum ruins. Luckily there was a tourism rep, Diego, (working for the City I guess) who gave us a free map and directions to walk to the ruins (even tho he may have been trying to interest us in hiring a personal guide to make our experience more informative) and we were able to go to him again after to help figure out where to catch the bus back. He informed us we needed to get on a 'collectivo' (those white coloured tourist vans) to bring us up the highway further to get to the ADO station. It was cheap tho...only 40 pesos.

Randy M.

April 16, 2025

Large clean buses. Driver and/or bus station attendants speak little or no English.

Kathleen V.

March 18, 2025

ADO Aeropuerto

4/5542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.1

ADO CONECTA

4/51,181 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.7

Users frequently praise the service for its punctuality, comfort, and excellent customer support. Many highlight the ease of booking online and appreciate the clean, air-conditioned buses with courteous drivers. While some found initial aspects like seat numbers confusing or announcements hard to hear, these minor issues did not overshadow their overall positive experiences.

ADO Conecta Playa del Carmen Tulum recent customer reviews

Told to exit thr bus after boarding, then bus drove off with bags due to flat tyre - but did not properly this was reason. Returned 45 minutes later for departure

Samantha B.

January 5, 2025

Excellent customer service. We were booked on a late service and they obliged us to travel on an earlier service with no drama and no additional cost.

Michael C.

October 26, 2024

All worked just perfectly, from booking online to the friendly support staff up to the comfortable and punctual journey. I can recommend this service.

Brian N.

August 5, 2024

AU

4/5875 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

Based on 875 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. AU ticket prices on this trip start at $6

AU Playa del Carmen Tulum recent customer reviews

No details given by driver in any language. No help with luggage on or off bus. Good driver

Kathryn G.

March 10, 2022

the bus never came

Jian L.

December 27, 2024

We felt safe with the driving!

Esther L.

March 9, 2022

OCC

3.5/51,294 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

Escalibur

1/56 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Playa del Carmen to Tulum by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Tulum start from $5. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
The average bus trip duration from Playa del Carmen to Tulum is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Escalibur.
Which bus companies service the Playa del Carmen to Tulum route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO Aeropuerto, ADO CONECTA, AU, OCC, Escalibur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Tulum at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Tulum generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Playa del Carmen 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 10002 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Escalibur has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Playa del Carmen to Tulum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Playa del Carmen 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

12/13

$5

12/14

$5

Today

$5

12/16

$5

12/17

$5

12/18

$5

12/19

$5

12/20

$5

The cheapest trip from Playa del Carmen to Tulum was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $19 for a bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Tulum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-19.