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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins | Turistica | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Parque Xel-Há | Turistica | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Centro | Turistica | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Centro | Turistica | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Centro | Turistica | No tags |
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Get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen
The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tulum and Playa del Carmen?
Stops in Tulum
- A
ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins
ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins, 77765 Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, Carr. Cancún - Tulum - BUnnamed Road, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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 - 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tulum 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 Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tulum to Playa del Carmen start at NZ$10. The average price for this route is around NZ$16. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
The average bus journey time from Tulum to Playa del Carmen is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 64 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 50m and is operated by ADO Aeropuerto.
Which bus companies service the Tulum to Playa del Carmen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from ADO Aeropuerto, ADO, ADO CONECTA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
The earliest bus departs from Tulum to Playa del Carmen at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
A bus trip from Tulum to Playa del Carmen produces an estimated 1.5917000000000001 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 Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 628 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO Aeropuerto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tulum to Playa del Carmen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ADO Aeropuerto, 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.
The cheapest trip from Tulum to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on 22 Apr 2026 with a price of NZ$8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tulum to Playa del Carmen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$8 to NZ$33 for a bus ticket from Tulum to Playa del Carmen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$14, which is on 2026-04-24.
Usually ADO Aeropuerto 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.
