What is the travel distance from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

It's about 265 km (165 miles) from Mérida to Playa del Carmen.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?

Buses departing from ADO Merida in Mérida will take you to Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. In Playa del Carmen.

Bus Mérida to Playa del Carmen from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on November 13
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 November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	7h 18m	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	2:30pm	ADO Merida	7h 30m	11:00pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	7h 18m	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	8:45am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	11h 20m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	10h 35m	9:05pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Playa del Carmen on November 16
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 November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	6:15am	ADO Merida	5h 55m	1:10pm	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	9:47am	ADO Merida	5h 43m	4:30pm	Turistica	No tags
ADO + ADO Conecta	Bus	12:47pm	ADO Merida	5h 43m	7:30pm	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 a good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

265 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $116	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $34	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,913 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Based on 28 reviews, ADO was rated 4.6 stars for this trip. ADO ticket prices on this trip start at $63, with the trip lasting on average 422.

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

4/51,176 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.8

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

Stops in Mérida

A - ADO Merida

B - Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60

C - Aeropuerto MID

Stops in Playa del Carmen

A - Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.

B - Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel

C - Mimi del Mar Hotel

D - Thompson Hotel

E - Grand Hyatt Resort

F - Puerto Aventuras - Catalonia Riviera Maya

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Playa del Carmen by bus

What is the travel distance from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
It's about 265 km (165 miles) from Mérida to Playa del Carmen.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mérida to Playa del Carmen?
Buses departing from ADO Merida in Mérida will take you to Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. In Playa del Carmen.