Bus from Cancún to Playa del Carmen: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Cancún to Playa del Carmen on November 19
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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Next departures for Cancún to Playa del Carmen on November 20
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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Next departures for Cancún to Playa del Carmen on November 21
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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Next departures for Cancún to Playa del Carmen on November 22
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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Next departures for Cancún to Playa del Carmen on November 23
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
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ADO Terminal, Cancún Centro
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
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Aeropuerto Cancún T2
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cancún to Playa del Carmen
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
The reviews highlight a generally positive experience with the bus service, noting comfortable and modern buses, friendly staff, and efficient journeys. Many users appreciated the ease of booking and timely departures. However, some mentioned challenges in locating bus terminals due to inadequate signage or guidance at pickup points.
ADO Aeropuerto Cancún Playa del Carmen recent customer reviews
They did not honor my ticket because they said I had to be at terminal 2 . It was the same bus they made me buy a new ticket.
1 out of 5 stars
Barb P.
The ladies at the ado stand at Cancun airport were quite rude. One of them seemed to get frustrated when I asked a question. The bus I had booked left early resulting in me missing my booked bus. I got on another one about 30 mins later but it seemed like it was an inconvenience for all. Apart from that it was a straightforward journey.
3 out of 5 stars
Rory M.
The bus is really nice & comfortable BUT we are having trouble in getting in bc of the bus driver AND we got robbed inside the bus going to Playa del Carmen. ALL of our cash got robbed inside our bag!
ADO provides an excellent travel experience with clean, comfortable buses and friendly staff. Many users appreciate the punctuality, smooth rides, air conditioning, and easy booking process at Cancun Airport. However, some travelers noted that better signage for pick-up points would be helpful to avoid confusion during boarding.
ADO Cancún Playa del Carmen recent customer reviews
Bus was great and bus stop was clean. Only thing is it was hard to hear what busses were boarding and we almost missed ours.
5 out of 5 stars
Alycia R.
The driver was very efficient, bus was super clean. Only issue is that when I did an online booking I didn't realize there were 2 airport spots, and had to repay for a different airport ado trip.
5 out of 5 stars
Lana C.
Booked a ticket for 12:20 out of Cancun to Playa del Carmen, wasn’t allowed on this bus with zero explanation. Transferred ticket to the next bus with no issues.
Many users appreciated the comfortable and efficient bus service, highlighting smooth online booking experiences. However, some noted challenges at the Cancun terminal due to unclear announcements in Spanish and a chaotic environment. There were also mentions of difficulties finding the correct bus or seat assignments amidst crowded conditions, although staff generally provided helpful assistance.
ADO Conecta Cancún Playa del Carmen recent customer reviews
Bus Got canceled had nothing on screens or anywhere got told “uno momento” every time we asked about the bus waited 3 hours before we ended up paying for another bus
1 out of 5 stars
Kristoffer D.
Booked online and headed to the bus terminal in the morning. All went smoothly and definitely saved some cash too.
5 out of 5 stars
Amy R.
The bus people at the airport wouldn't accept the bus pass I got from these people and I ended up buying another pass at the Air terminal!! That was the only problem really I had!! I am going to go to the bus station in playa de carm and see if and why they wouldn't accept the pass I got from us people and if I don't get satisfaction, I will dispute the charges when I get back to the United States at the end of January and stop using your service.
Based on 868 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
Based on 1285 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. OCC ticket prices on this trip start at $8
Sun Beach Travel offers 2 daily buses from Cancún to Playa del Carmen. Though the average price for this trip is $89, you can find tickets starting at $88. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 54.
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Escalibur ticket prices on this trip start at $6
Avenida Xcacel Plano 2, Lote 1, Manzana 18, 77783 Puerto Aventuras, Q.R., Mexico
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cancún to Playa del Carmen by bus
What is the distance between Cancún and Playa del Carmen?
The distance between the two cities is 47 miles (75 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cancún to Playa del Carmen?
If you're headed to Playa del Carmen from Cancún, chances are that your bus will depart from Cancun Airport and arrive at Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/15
$6
11/16
$6
Today
$7
11/18
$5
11/19
$6
11/20
$6
11/21
$6
11/22
$6
The cheapest trip from Cancún to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Nov 18, 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 Cancún to Playa del Carmen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $16 for a bus ticket from Cancún to Playa del Carmen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-18.
Usually ADO Aeropuerto 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.
The cheapest trip from Cancún to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $5
