How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Playa del Carmen start from $34. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Playa del Carmen?

The average bus trip duration from Mérida to Playa del Carmen is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 167 miles (269 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 58m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mérida to Playa del Carmen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO CONECTA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Playa del Carmen at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

A bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen generates an estimated 7 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 Playa del Carmen?

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 Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO CONECTA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Mérida to Playa del Carmen from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:30pm	ADO Merida	6h 30m	11:00pm	Turistica	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	ADO Merida	6h 30m	1:45pm	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h	1:45pm	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	6:40am	ADO Merida	6h 5m	1:45pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	ADO Merida	6h 30m	11:00pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	ADO Merida	7h 5m	12:05pm	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	ADO Merida	6h 30m	11:00pm	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	7h 18m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	9:47am	ADO Merida	5h 43m	4:30pm	Turistica	Cheapest
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	5h 25m	1:10pm	Turistica	Fastest
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h	4:30pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	12:00pm	ADO Merida	5h 40m	6:40pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	5h 43m	7:30pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	9:47am	ADO Merida	5h 43m	4:30pm	Turistica	CheapestFastest
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	8h 45m	4:30pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	6h	4:30pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	12:00pm	ADO Merida	6h 30m	7:30pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	5h 43m	7:30pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	ADO Merida	9h 45m	9:45pm	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	7h 58m	9:45pm	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	14h	9:45pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	11h 15m	9:45pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	9:45pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 5m	9:05pm	Turistica	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	ADO Merida	6h 30m	11:00pm	Turistica	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h 20m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	7h 18m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mérida 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 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, 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$34 - $74	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $23	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

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

Stops in Playa del Carmen

A
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
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,972 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

ADO Mérida Playa del Carmen recent customer reviews

First class all the way. Clean, modern, beautiful buses with comfortable seats make for a pleasant travel experience. Look forward to my next trip.

Steven W.

December 22, 2020

The bus ride was ok. The driver had the volume of the movies too loud and the AC to cold. I would have given ADO a five star but for these issues.

Anjanie R.

November 28, 2019

Comfortable trip.

Ellen Y.

February 23, 2020

ADO CONECTA

4/51,179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.8

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Playa del Carmen start from $34. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Playa del Carmen?
The average bus trip duration from Mérida to Playa del Carmen is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 167 miles (269 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 58m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Playa del Carmen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO CONECTA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Playa del Carmen at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
A bus trip from Mérida to Playa del Carmen generates an estimated 7 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 Playa del Carmen?
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 Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
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 Playa del Carmen?
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 Playa del Carmen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO CONECTA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.