What's the distance between Playa del Carmen and Mérida by coach?

The journey from Playa del Carmen to Mérida by coach covers an approximate distance of 165 miles (265 km).

How can I get from Playa del Carmen to Mérida without driving?

You can reach Mérida from Playa del Carmen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Playa del Carmen to Mérida from £52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:35	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 12m	02:47	ADO Merida	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Turistica	8h 25m	16:25	ADO Merida	Cheapest
Bus	17:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 18m	22:55	ADO Merida	Fastest
Bus	07:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 48m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	09:27	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	7h 58m	16:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	15:07	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 33m	20:40	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 48m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	09:27	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	7h 58m	16:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	15:07	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 33m	20:40	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	17:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 18m	22:55	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 48m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	09:27	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	7h 58m	16:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	15:07	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 33m	20:40	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	17:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 18m	22:55	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	09:50	Turistica	6h 5m	14:55	ADO Merida	Cheapest
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	15:00	Turistica	5h 47m	19:47	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	08:17	Turistica	6h 8m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	12:07	Turistica	6h 18m	17:25	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:17	Turistica	6h 8m	13:25	ADO Merida	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	Fastest
Bus	07:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 48m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	09:27	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 28m	14:55	ADO Merida	No tags
Bus	17:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 18m	22:55	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	09:50	Turistica	6h 5m	14:55	ADO Merida	Cheapest
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	15:00	Turistica	5h 47m	19:47	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	08:17	Turistica	6h 8m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
ADO Conecta + ADO	Bus	12:07	Turistica	6h 18m	17:25	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	No tags

Next departures from Playa del Carmen to Mérida on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	00:30	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 40m	06:10	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	09:00	Turistica	6h 7m	14:07	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	06:30	Turistica	6h 25m	11:55	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	08:17	Turistica	6h 8m	13:25	ADO Merida	No tags
	Bus	17:37	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 18m	22:55	ADO Merida	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Playa del Carmen to Mérida

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mérida. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

164 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £43	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £18	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Playa del Carmen

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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 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

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,961 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

Based on 21 reviews, ADO was rated 4.7 stars for this trip. ADO ticket prices on this trip start at £35, with the trip lasting on average 399.

ADO Playa del Carmen Mérida recent customer reviews

Good service. Bus was clean and drive was great. We hit traffic in Mérida which delayed our arrival.

Linda B.

22 February 2020

No frills, cheap trip. No problems. On time. Easy on, easy off. Worth the price.

Chester C.

17 February 2020

The bus was clean and the seats were comfortable. It would have been good if the entertainment was subtitled for those who don’t speak Spanish

Corinna D.

13 February 2020

ADO CONECTA

4/51,179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi1.8

AU

4/5872 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.1

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

What's the distance between Playa del Carmen and Mérida by coach?
The journey from Playa del Carmen to Mérida by coach covers an approximate distance of 165 miles (265 km).
How can I get from Playa del Carmen to Mérida without driving?
You can reach Mérida from Playa del Carmen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Playa del Carmen to Mérida, YUC, MX was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £52

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 Mérida, YUC, MX as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £52 to £130 for a bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Mérida, YUC, MX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Arte Transportes Gte will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.