How much is the bus ticket from Palenque to Mexico City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Mexico City start from $97. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Palenque to Mexico City?

The average bus trip duration from Palenque to Mexico City is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 487 miles (786 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mexico City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ADO , ADO GL , OCC , AU .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palenque to Mexico City?

The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mexico City at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Mexico City?

A bus trip from Palenque to Mexico City generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Palenque to Mexico City?

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 10078 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palenque to Mexico City?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Palenque to Mexico City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Palenque to Mexico City?

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 Palenque to Mexico City from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Palenque to Mexico City on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	15h 40m	11:10am	TAPO	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	14h 45m	8:45am	TAPO	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	15h 35m	9:35am	Terminal del Norte	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	16h 30m	12:00pm	Terminal del Norte	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:21 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palenque to Mexico City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Mexico City. The journey takes about 15 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

15h 50mAverage Duration

487 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $143	Average Duration15h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$55 - $55	Average Duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palenque and Mexico City?

Stops in Palenque

A
Central de Autobuses ADO
Palenque - Pakalná LB, Tulija, 29960 Palenque, Chis., Mexico
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Stops in Mexico City

A
Norte
Terminal del Norte, Eje Central 271, Magdalena de las Salinas, 07760 Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
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B
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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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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Compare bus companies

ADO

4/510,114 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

ADO GL

4/5964 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.7

Based on 964 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. ADO GL ticket prices on this trip start at $135

ADO GL Palenque Mexico City recent customer reviews

Coach was good. However journey was 20hours not 15 as advertised. This is apparently normal

Manoj M.

November 29, 2023

It is now 6pm the NEXT DAY and I am still in the bus. A 12h journey turned into a 18h one and we are still on the road… more than 6h delay it is an awefull experience.

Felix P.

November 19, 2023

Would have been nice not to have been woken up throughout the night with passport checks and as the only black woman on the bus and only person checked

Francesca R.

March 11, 2023

OCC

3.5/51,305 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

AU

4/5885 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palenque to Mexico City 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 Palenque to Mexico City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palenque to Mexico City start from $97. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Palenque to Mexico City?
The average bus trip duration from Palenque to Mexico City is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 487 miles (786 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Palenque to Mexico City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ADO, ADO GL, OCC, AU.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palenque to Mexico City?
The earliest bus departs from Palenque to Mexico City at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palenque to Mexico City?
A bus trip from Palenque to Mexico City generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palenque to Mexico City?
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 10078 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palenque to Mexico City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ADO has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Palenque to Mexico City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Palenque to Mexico City?
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

01/07

$111

01/08

$107

Today

$107

01/10

$107

01/11

$107

01/12

$107

01/13

$106

01/14

$107

The cheapest trip from Palenque to Mexico City was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $106

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palenque to Mexico City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $106 to $119 for a bus ticket from Palenque to Mexico City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually ADO GL 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.