How far is Mexico City from Playa del Carmen?

Mexico City and Playa del Carmen are 784 miles (1264 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

Most of the buses traveling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen leave from TAPO and arrive at Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Mexico City to Playa del Carmen from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 3h	9:55pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	Cheapest
3:30pm	TAPO	1d 3h	7:40pm	Turistica	Fastest
9:45am	TAPO	1d 5h	4:30pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
3:30pm	TAPO	1d 7h	12:20am	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
2:30pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 5h	9:10pm	Turistica	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on November 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 2h	8:55pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	CheapestFastest
3:30pm	TAPO	1d 3h	7:40pm	Turistica	No tags
11:00pm	TAPO	1d 13h	1:45pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
10:15pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 14h	1:45pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
11:00pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 13h	1:45pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on November 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 2h	8:55pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	Cheapest
9:30am	TAPO	1d 1h	11:30am	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	Fastest
3:30pm	TAPO	1d 3h	7:40pm	Turistica	No tags
12:00am	TAPO	1d 12h	1:45pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
12:45am	TAPO	1d 12h	1:45pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags

Next departures for Mexico City to Playa del Carmen on November 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30pm	Terminal del Norte	1d 3h	10:05pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	Cheapest
	3:30pm	TAPO	1d 3h	7:40pm	Turistica	Fastest
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	12:00pm	TAPO	1d 3h	4:25pm	Turistica	No tags
AU + ADO	6:30am	TAPO	1d 7h	3:00pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags
AU + ADO	8:00am	TAPO	1d 6h	3:00pm	Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

19h 40mAverage Duration

786 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$132 - $175	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$62 - $84	Average Duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

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ADO

4/59,892 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

AU

4/5864 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

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

Stops in Mexico City

A - TAPO

B - Norte

C - Sur

D - Zaragoza

E - Mexico City Airport

F - Aeropuerto MEX T2

Stops in Playa del Carmen

A - Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.

B - Fairmont Mayakoba Hotel

C - Mimi del Mar Hotel

D - Thompson Hotel

E - Grand Hyatt Resort

F - Puerto Aventuras - Catalonia Riviera Maya

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

How far is Mexico City from Playa del Carmen?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/08

$115

11/09

$115

Today

$115

11/11

$115

11/12

$115

11/13

$115

11/14

$114

11/15

$115

The cheapest trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $114

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 $114 to $115 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 $114 which is on 2025-11-14.

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