Next bus departures

Next departures for Playa del Carmen to Mérida on October 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO Aeropuerto + ADO	Bus	12:50pm	Turistica	7h 57m	7:47pm	ADO Merida	Cheapest
	Bus	1:07pm	Turistica	4h 35m	4:42pm	ADO Merida	Fastest
	Bus	7:07pm	Turistica	4h 35m	10:42pm	ADO Merida	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	4:30pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 47m	10:17pm	ADO Merida	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	5:35pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	8h 12m	12:47am	ADO Merida	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	6:50pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 57m	12:47am	ADO Merida	No tags
AU + ADO	Bus	7:05pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	6h 42m	12:47am	ADO Merida	No tags

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Get from Playa del Carmen to Mérida

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

6h 47mAverage Duration

269 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Playa del Carmen and Mérida

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
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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

Stops in Mérida

A
ADO Merida
Calle 69 564, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico
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B
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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C
Aeropuerto MID
Calle 23 487, Manuel Crescencio Rejón, 97255 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico
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Compare bus companies

ADO

4.2/510,729 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.0

According to 22 reviews, ADO received a 4.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. ADO ticket prices on this trip start at $66

ADO Playa del Carmen Mérida recent customer reviews

Good service. Bus was clean and drive was great. We hit traffic in Mérida which delayed our arrival.

Linda B.

February 22, 2020

No frills, cheap trip. No problems. On time. Easy on, easy off. Worth the price.

Chester C.

February 17, 2020

The bus was clean and the seats were comfortable. It would have been good if the entertainment was subtitled for those who don’t speak Spanish

Corinna D.

February 13, 2020

ADO CONECTA

4.1/51,184 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi1.7

MX bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, ADO, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, ETN

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Playa del Carmen to Mérida, YUC, MX 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 Mérida?
The cheapest bus tickets from Playa del Carmen to Mérida start from $61. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Mérida?
The average bus travel time from Playa del Carmen to Mérida is 6h 47m, covering a distance of 269 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Playa del Carmen to Mérida route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO CONECTA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Playa del Carmen to Mérida?
The earliest bus departs from Playa del Carmen to Mérida at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Mérida?
A bus trip from Playa del Carmen to Mérida generates an estimated 6.705475 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 Mérida?
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 10728 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Playa del Carmen to Mérida?
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 Mérida?
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 Mérida?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10-15

$65

10-16

$64

Today

$65

10-18

$65

10-19

$65

10-20

$65

10-21

$65

10-22

$65

The cheapest trip from Playa del Carmen to Mérida, YUC, MX was searched and found on Oct 16, 2026 with a price of $64

To 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 Mérida, YUC, MX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $65 for a bus ticket from Playa del Carmen to Mérida, YUC, MX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2026-10-18.