Travel by bus in Mexico with ADO
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ADO popular routes and schedules
Popular routes | First and last departures | Average duration | Minimum price | |
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Tulum → Cancún | First and last departures12:30am — 10:20pm | Average duration2h 12m | Minimum price$17 | |
Playa del Carmen → Cancún | First and last departures3:00am — 10:50pm | Average duration1h 9m | Minimum price$8 | |
Cancún → Tulum | First and last departures6:00am — 11:30pm | Average duration2h 44m | Minimum price$17 | |
Mexico → Oaxaca | First and last departures12:34am — 11:59pm | Average duration6h 42m | Minimum price$61 | |
Cancún → Playa del Carmen | First and last departures12:05am — 11:55pm | Average duration1h 34m | Minimum price$8 |
Traveling by bus in Mexico is an adventure like no other. With its diverse landscapes, vibrant culture and friendly locals, it's a country that begs to be explored. But with so much to see and do, how can you get around the best way? Enter ADO – the popular go-to bus company for travelers in Mexico.
Mobility ADO is Mexico's premier bus operator, connecting cities and towns across the country with a safe and comfortable service since 1939. With a vast network of routes and a fleet of modern buses, they offer travelers convenient access to destinations big and small. And with tickets from only a few dollars, ADO makes it easy to plan your budget-friendly journey.
With a portfolio of 13 different brands, ADO offers travelers a choice of services to suit their needs. That means that if you're traveling around Mexico, chances are you'll be getting on one of ADO's buses. From economy to luxury buses for long-distance journeys, one of the more than 6 thousand buses from the company is likely to fit your budget and travel preferences.
These are the brands that make up the ADO family:
ADO
ADO GL
ADO Platino
Diamante
Estrella de Oro Pluss
Estrella de Oro
Texcoco
AU
Cristobal Colon
Cuenca
ADO aeropuerto
Ado Conecta
OCC
No matter where you're headed in Mexico, ADO has the perfect bus service for you. With its extensive range of routes and ticket prices, they make it easy to get around the country comfortably and on budget.
Mobility ADO main destinations
ADO offers travelers access to 17 Mexican states, including Campeche, Ciudad de México, Chiapas, Estado de México, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosí, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Tlaxcala, Veracruz and Yucatán.
So whether you're visiting the ancient Mayan cities of the Yucatán Peninsula or exploring the colonial towns of central Mexico, ADO buses have got you covered.
ADO bus features
On board, traveling with ADO is a relaxing experience. All ADO buses are considered first class, so you can be sure to travel a bus that will be comfortable. Seats are spacious and recline back for maximum comfort, while air-conditioning ensures a pleasant temperature on even the hottest of days.
Some ADO brands provide more exclusive services. As an example, ADO Platino offers luxury service, with fewer seats, travel kit, Wi-FI, power outlets, free drinks and individual TV screens. ADO GL, on the other hand, is an executive bus with plenty of amenities, including individual audio channels, but no screens, while AU brand, for instance, is a reliable and economical option that provides basic amenities.
Even though there are different features from one service brand to another, all ADO buses offer great value for your money. So you can be sure to sit back and relax while you travel to your destination.
Book ADO bus tickets online with Busbud
Traveling by bus in Mexico with ADO makes getting around the country easy and stress-free. And with Busbud, you can compare and book tickets from ADO online quickly and easily, in your own language and currency.
Booking ADO bus tickets online through Busbud is the perfect way to get your journey off to an easy start. With a few clicks, you can compare fares, routes and travel times to find the best option for you. You can also save time by using our convenient booking process - no more waiting in line at busy ticket booths!
Busbud makes it easy to plan your journey around Mexico so you can enjoy the adventure of a lifetime. Start planning your trip today!
Amenities on ADO buses
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Standard seat
- Wifi
- Entertainment (No Wifi)
- Power outlets
- Snack
ADO's Coverage in Numbers
- Daily Departures10906
- Cities83
- Countries1
- Routes1157
ADO Bus classes
- Directo Economico
- Ejecutivo
- Lujo
- Primera
ADO User Reviews
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March 11, 2024ADO FAQ
Yes, the buses branded as ADO Primera, ADO GL, ADO Platino o ADO Diamante have WiFi. ADO also offers WiFi in many bus terminals across Mexico, for free! Buses from other brands from ADO group might not have WiFi. SO download your favorite movies, TV shows, and audiobooks or bring a good book and listen to some music to fully enjoy your bus ride.
Yes, you can exchange your ADO bus ticket up to 1 hour before your original departure time. The exchange needs to be done in person at an ADO counter. No need to worry about changing plans last minute, ADO gives you great flexibility.
Yes, ADO allows pets in the hold of the bus. We recommend contacting ADO at least 24 hours before your trip to reserve your furry friend's place in the hold of the bus. Certified Service animals are always allowed on the bus.
Yes, you can! Your bicycle or equipment must be folded or properly packaged in a box.
Yes, there is a bathroom on all ADO buses. The toilet is generally located at the back of the bus or near the middle door. Most bus toilets do not have running water, so we recommend bringing hand sanitizer with you. It’s good to know that buses from other brands from the ADO group might not have bathrooms onboard.
No, no need to print your ADO ticket! Simply show your e-ticket on your smartphone along with a valid photo ID to board the bus. Your e-ticket will be emailed to you when you book on Busbud.
You can take a small piece of luggage with you inside the bus, as long as it fits in the overhead compartment. Larger pieces of luggage must go under the bus. The good news is that their policy is very flexible, as they let you travel with up to 25 kg of luggage. Please, keep in mind that the policy might change to other brands of the companies.
You can easily find ADO bus tickets and schedules online at Busbud. Just enter your origin and destination and you'll get the best prices for ADO bus tickets along with full schedules. It's never been easier to plan a trip with ADO!
Safety is a top priority for ADO, so staff is carefully trained in safety protocols. You can be sure that your bus will have all necessary permits and documentation, as well as be regularly serviced and maintained.
ADO bus schedules vary depending on the route, but all buses depart regularly throughout the day and night. In addition to regular timetables, there may be express routes available for certain destinations that run on a faster schedule. You can check Busbud to find out which schedule works for you.
Why choose Busbud?
The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets
Busbud is a bus and train search tool - we include ADO routes, schedules and prices in our searches along with many other train and bus companies. You can compare prices, amenities and times by searching for a route. If you find a suitable trip, you can go ahead and get your ADO ticket from us. Note that train tickets sell out, ADO and other operators generally charge a lot more for last-minute tickets or for tickets bought in person.
ADO Popular Routes, Destinations and Stations
Top ADO Bus Lines
- Cancún to Playa del Carmen$18
- Cancún to Tulum$30
- Tulum to Cancún$30
- Mexico to Puebla$20
- Cancún to Mérida$46
- Mérida to Cancún$46
- Playa del Carmen to Tulum$9
- Mexico to Oaxaca$42
- Tulum to Playa del Carmen$9
- Playa del Carmen to Cancún$17
- Cancún to Cancún$2
- Cancún to Chiquilá$26
- Tulum to Bacalar$28
- Cancún to Valladolid$24
- Oaxaca to Mexico$42
- Puebla to Mexico$20
- Puebla to Oaxaca$52
- Chiquilá to Cancún$26
- Bacalar to Tulum$28
- Mexico to Veracruz$51
Top ADO Destinations
- ADO to Cancún
- ADO Mexico
- ADO to Tulum
- ADO Puebla
- ADO to Mérida
- ADO Oaxaca
- ADO to Playa del Carmen
- ADO Veracruz
- ADO to Valladolid
- Buses to Villahermosa
- Buses to Chiquilá
- Buses to Bacalar
- Buses to Chetumal
- Buses to Tuxtla Gutiérrez
- Buses to Campeche
- Buses to Orizaba
- Buses to Córdoba
- Buses to Tehuacán
- Buses to Coatzacoalcos
- Buses to Xalapa
Top ADO Stations and Locations
- Mexico City Airport
- Cancun Airport
- Terminal de Autobuses
- ADO Merida
- Terminal ADO
- ADO Veracruz
- ADO Bus Terminal - Tulum Ruins
- Estación Autobuses Valladolid ADO
- ADO Villahermosa
- Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60
- ADO Chiquila
- Calle 19 Libramiento
- Aeropuerto MEX T2
- Sur
- Chetumal
- Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
- OCC (TGC) Terminal de Autobuses [Plaza Las Américas Tuxtla]
- ADO Campeche
- Terminal de Autobuses Orizaba
- Terminal de Autobuses de Poza Rica
- Terminal de Autobuses de Tampico - Grupo Senda
- Central de Autobuses ADO
- Parque Xel-Há
- Terminal ADO Tehuacan
- San Cristobal de las Casas