How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Palenque?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Palenque start from $108. The average price for this route is around $169. 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 Mexico City to Palenque?

The average bus travel time from Mexico City to Palenque is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 781 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Palenque route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO GL , OCC , Autobuses Adonai , AU .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mexico City to Palenque?

The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Palenque at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Palenque?

A bus trip from Mexico City to Palenque generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Palenque?

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 Mexico City to Palenque?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mexico City to Palenque?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Mexico City to Palenque?

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.

Bus Mexico City to Palenque from $148 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mexico City to Palenque on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	5:45am	TAPO	16h 25m	10:10pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	TAPO	14h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	6:00pm	TAPO	16h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	5:00pm	TAPO	15h 40m	8:40am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Terminal del Norte	17h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Palenque on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:00am	TAPO	17h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal del Norte	14h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	6:00pm	TAPO	16h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	6:45pm	TAPO	18h 40m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO GL	Bus	9:30pm	Terminal del Norte	15h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Palenque on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	TAPO	16h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal del Norte	14h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	5:00pm	Terminal del Norte	17h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	6:45pm	TAPO	18h 40m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO GL	Bus	9:30pm	Terminal del Norte	15h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Palenque on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
AU + ADO	Bus	4:00pm	TAPO	18h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal del Norte	14h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	6:00pm	TAPO	16h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO GL	Bus	6:45pm	TAPO	18h 40m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	7:00pm	TAPO	15h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Palenque on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	TAPO	16h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal del Norte	14h 55m	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	5:00pm	Terminal del Norte	17h 5m	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
AU + ADO GL	Bus	6:10am	TAPO	1d 7h	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
AU + ADO GL	Bus	6:40am	TAPO	1d 6h	1:25pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mexico City to Palenque

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Palenque. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 5mAverage Duration

781 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $236	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$52 - $52	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mexico City and Palenque?

Stops in Mexico City

A
TAPO
Terminal de Autobuses de Pasajeros de Oriente, Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 200, 10 de Mayo, 15290 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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B
Norte
Terminal del Norte, Eje Central 271, Magdalena de las Salinas, 07760 Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
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C
Sur
Terminal del Sur, Av. Taxqueña No. 1320 (Col. Campestre Churubusco), 04200 Coyoacán - Ciudad de Mexico
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D
Zaragoza
Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 564d, 4 Árboles, 15730 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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E
Mexico City Airport
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F
Aeropuerto MEX T2
Calle Economía, Aeropuerto Int de La Cd de México, 15620 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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Stops in Palenque

A
Central de Autobuses ADO
Palenque - Pakalná LB, Tulija, 29960 Palenque, Chis., Mexico
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Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,987 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

Based on 9987 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. ADO ticket prices on this trip start at $159

ADO Mexico City Palenque recent customer reviews

It was unbearably cold in the bus and the driver refused to turn the AC off. Also, the movies were playing way too loud, and there was no need to show Ghost in the shell at 6.30 in the morning when passengers still wanted to sleep.

Celine R.

December 31, 2018

The TV was too noisy.

Chou J.

October 4, 2025

ADO GL

4/5936 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.7

OCC

3.5/51,292 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

Autobuses Adonai

AU

4/5874 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mexico City to Palenque 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 Mexico City to Palenque?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Palenque start from $108. The average price for this route is around $169. 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 Mexico City to Palenque?
The average bus travel time from Mexico City to Palenque is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 781 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Palenque route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO GL, OCC, Autobuses Adonai, AU.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mexico City to Palenque?
The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Palenque at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Palenque?
A bus trip from Mexico City to Palenque generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Palenque?
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 Mexico City to Palenque?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mexico City to Palenque?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Mexico City to Palenque?
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.

Best price found

12-01

$150

12-02

$150

Today

$150

12-04

$150

12-05

$150

12-06

$150

12-07

$150

12-08

$150

The cheapest trip from Mexico City to Palenque was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $150

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mexico City to Palenque, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $150 to $166 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Palenque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $150 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually ADO GL 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.