How much is the bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Tulum start at R 981. The average price for this route is around R 1 022. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Palenque to Tulum?

The average bus journey time from Palenque to Tulum is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 563 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 20m and is operated by OCC .

Which bus companies service the Palenque to Tulum route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from AU , ADO , OCC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Tulum at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Palenque to Tulum produces an estimated 14 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 Palenque 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 Palenque 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 Palenque to Tulum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

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.

Bus Palenque to Tulum from R 830 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Palenque to Tulum on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:35	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 25m	06:00	Centro	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 15m	07:45	Centro	Fastest
AU + ADO	Bus	16:35	Central de Autobuses ADO	18h 15m	11:50	Centro	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	18h 20m	13:50	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Palenque to Tulum on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:35	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 25m	06:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	11h 20m	13:10	Centro	Fastest
Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 15m	07:45	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Palenque to Tulum on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:35	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 25m	06:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	11h 20m	13:10	Centro	Fastest
Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 15m	07:45	Centro	No tags

Next departures from Palenque to Tulum on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:35	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 25m	06:00	Centro	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	11h 20m	13:10	Centro	Fastest
Bus	18:30	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 15m	07:45	Centro	No tags
Bus	20:00	Central de Autobuses ADO	12h 35m	09:35	Centro	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Palenque to Tulum

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tulum. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 981, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 15mAverage duration

563 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 981 - R 1 988	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 568 - R 568	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palenque and Tulum?

Stops in Palenque

A
Central de Autobuses ADO
Palenque - Pakalná LB, Tulija, 29960 Palenque, Chis., Mexico
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Stops in Tulum

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

AU

4/5876 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.1

Based on 876 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. AU ticket prices on this trip start at R 981

AU Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

The road up untill Bacalar was very bad, with a comfortable bus this would not have been an issue. Combined with a constantly crying baby, all these things can be blamed on bad luck or bad circumstances.. BUT: the bus was uncomfortable at most, the seat did not recline, the bottom seat was loose, the driver drove like his house was on fire while blasting his tunes, switching the airco from hot to freezing.. Needless to say: we had no sleep on a nightbus.. The lack of toilets did not help either on this 13 hour drive.. To add insult to injury we had to dig for our luggage once we reached our destination in a complete pile of chaotic luggage. While the driver did no effort to assist. Next time we will book ADO again.

N J.

19 January 2025

Toilet was out of order on an 11 hour bus ride only stopped to use the rest room once.

Charlotte H.

8 June 2023

The lights to be able to read should work and they are not. Very disappointed about that, it was dark in the bus from the start and couldn't read but it was only 6pm so it's not time to sleep yet.

Amelie B.

15 December 2021

ADO

4/510 017 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

OCC

3.5/51 294 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.4

Based on 1294 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 335

OCC Palenque Tulum recent customer reviews

Only the baby on board woke me up a few times. On the other hand the company OCC was really thrustworthy so thanks again!

Steven L.

4 December 2018

Disappointed that it was no sleeping bus for a 12 hour ride

Nicole B.

1 July 2024

Comfortable but arrived late

Philip A.

8 June 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palenque 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 Palenque to Tulum?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Tulum start at R 981. The average price for this route is around R 1 022. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Palenque to Tulum?
The average bus journey time from Palenque to Tulum is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 563 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 20m and is operated by OCC.
Which bus companies service the Palenque to Tulum route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from AU, ADO, OCC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palenque to Tulum?
The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Tulum at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Tulum?
A bus trip from Palenque to Tulum produces an estimated 14 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 Palenque 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 Palenque 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 Palenque to Tulum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palenque to Tulum?
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

15/12

R 871

16/12

R 844

Today

R 889

18/12

R 889

19/12

R 881

20/12

R 926

21/12

R 928

22/12

R 867

The cheapest trip from Palenque to Tulum was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 844

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

You can expect to pay from R 844 to R 1 233 for a bus ticket from Palenque to Tulum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 867, which is on 2025-12-22.

Usually OCC, ADO 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.