Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Cancún to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cancún to Cárdenas, TAB 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 Cancún to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cancún to Cárdenas start from $74. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Cancún to Cárdenas?
The average bus trip duration from Cancún to Cárdenas is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 479 miles (773 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by OCC.
Which bus companies service the Cancún to Cárdenas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cancún to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Cancún to Cárdenas at 3:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cancún to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Cancún to Cárdenas generates an estimated 19 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 Cancún to Cárdenas?
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 9963 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cancún to Cárdenas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cancún to Cárdenas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cancún to Cárdenas?
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.
The cheapest trip from Cancún to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cancún to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $68 to $86 for a bus ticket from Cancún to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually 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.
