Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ADO Merida | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Mérida to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mérida, YUC, MX 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 Mérida to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Cárdenas start from $87. The average price for this route is around $92. 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 Mérida to Cárdenas?
The average bus trip duration from Mérida to Cárdenas is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 319 miles (514 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Cárdenas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Cárdenas at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Mérida to Cárdenas generates an estimated 13 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 Mérida 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 10027 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mérida 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 Mérida 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 Mérida 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 Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $80 for a bus ticket from Mérida, YUC, MX to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-31.
