Bus Tickets from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

Next departures

Next departures for Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on October 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ADO
Terminal del Norte
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.Cheapest
ADO + ADO Conecta
TAPO
TuristicaFastest
AU + ADO
TAPO
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.No tags
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO
Terminal 1, ADO Aeropuerto (Next to Hotel Camino real)
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.No tags
AU + ADO
Terminal Santa Martha Acatitla
Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

Bus
Average PriceUS$131 - US$224Average Duration1d 5h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$62 - US$62Average Duration19h 40m
53kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$131Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mexico City to Playa del Carmen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$149
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure9:25am
Distance1264 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Mexico City to Playa del Carmen Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mexico City - Playa del Carmen

  1. How far is Mexico City from Playa del Carmen?

    It's about 1264 km (784 miles) from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-11
US$114
10-12
US$115
Today
US$115
10-14
US$115
10-15
US$116
10-16
US$114
10-17
US$114
10-18
US$115
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of US$114

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 Playa del Carmen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$114 to US$116 for a bus ticket from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114 which is on 2025-10-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Playa del Carmen to Mexico City

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