How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen start at R 2 295. The average price for this route is around R 2 639. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

The average bus journey time from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1267 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Playa del Carmen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from ADO , AU .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

A bus trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

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 10002 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen?

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 Playa del Carmen from R 1 976 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:30	Terminal del Norte	1d 3h	22:05	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	15:30	TAPO	1d 4h	21:05	Turistica	No tags

Next departures from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:30	Terminal del Norte	1d 3h	22:05	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:45	TAPO	1d 5h	16:30	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Mexico City 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 20 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 728, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20hAverage duration

1267 kmDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 295 - R 3 682	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 728 - R 1 760	Average duration20h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mexico City and Playa del Carmen?

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 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

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ADO

4/510 007 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.1

AU

4/5875 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen start at R 2 295. The average price for this route is around R 2 639. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
The average bus journey time from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1267 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mexico City to Playa del Carmen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from ADO, AU.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
The earliest bus departs from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
A bus trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
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 10002 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?
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 Playa del Carmen?
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

13/12

R 2 120

14/12

R 2 120

Today

R 2 139

16/12

R 2 120

17/12

R 2 120

18/12

R 2 116

19/12

R 2 115

20/12

R 2 120

The cheapest trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 115

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 R 2 115 to R 2 139 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 R 2 115, which is on 2025-12-19.