Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. | Terminal ADO, Cárdenas | No tags |
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Get from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas
The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas start from $92. The average price for this route is around $93. 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 Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
The average bus travel time from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 725 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by AU.
Which bus companies service the Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas at 4:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas generates an estimated 18 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 Playa del Carmen 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 9963 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
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 Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas?
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 Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas, TAB was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas, TAB, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $111 for a bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Cárdenas, TAB based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually ADO 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.
