Cancun Airport (CUN) to Playa del Carmen (PCM)

Cancun Airport (CUN) to Playa del Carmen (PCM)

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Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Schedule

Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
ADO Aeropuerto Primera 00:10 - 02:00MXN 258.17
Coming2 Mexico Minivan 02:00 - 03:30MXN 366.93
Nexus Tours Mexico Shuttle 05:00 - 06:05$ 16.06
Nexus Tours Mexico Shuttle 07:00 - 08:05$ 16.06
ADO First Class 08:50 - 10:00$ 14.40
ADO Aeropuerto Primera 11:00 - 12:50€ 12.53
ADO Aeropuerto Primera 13:30 - 15:10MXN 253.80
ADO Aeropuerto Primera 14:10 - 15:50MXN 253.80
ADO Aeropuerto Primera 16:00 - 17:50MXN 253.80
Shuttle Central Shuttle 19:00 - 19:45$ 49
ADO First Class 21:05 - 22:15$ 14.40
Price Travel Shuttle 23:00 - 00:00€ 18.47

Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Facts about the transport from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day158
Distance38 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADO Aeropuerto, Aeromexico, Best Line Cancun, Coming2 Mexico, Daytrip, Flex Shuttle, Mexico Travel Solutions, Nexus Tours Mexico, Ofir Tours, VivaAerobus, Volaris, Wayak

Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Destination Reviews

SC
will take every time i leave Cancun airport
Bus First Class, ADO, Jun 2, 2022
NK
our driver alejandro was very nice !!!
Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, Feb 25, 2022
TS
Nice experience. Driver came an hour early though which was 4am instead of 5am so I had to jump out of bed and hurry to get ready. No one at the office told him about the pickup change Time so not his fault
Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, Oct 31, 2021
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How to get from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Travelling between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen is possible by Flight, bus, van and taxi. Van guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 128.69 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 15.03.

How long does it take to get from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 24 hours to travel between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen depending on the means of transport you choose.

Van is the fastest way to travel between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen. Van will bring you to your destination in 45m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 23h 53m to reach Playa del Carmen.

How much does it cost to get from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Travelling between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen can be as cheap as USD 15.03 if you opt for a ADO Aeropuerto bus and as expensive as USD 128.69 if you buy a Wayak taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen ?

  • 72 from Cancun to Playa del Carmen starting from 00:05 Cancun Airport Terminal 2 until 23:55 Cancun Airport Terminal 4
  • 72 from Cancun to Playa del Carmen starting from 00:00 Cancun Airport until 23:00 Cancun Airport
  • 14 from Cancun to Playa del Carmen starting from 00:00 Cancun Airport until 00:00 Cancun Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Cancun to Playa del Carmen, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 191.01.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Cancun and Playa del Carmen

Aeromexico, VivaAerobus, Volaris

Bus

Travelling from Cancun to Playa del Carmen overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Cancun and Playa del Carmen

ADO Aeropuerto

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Cancun and Playa del Carmen

Best Line Cancun, Daytrip, Flex Shuttle, Happy Shuttle, Ofir Tours, Wayak

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Cancun and Playa del Carmen

Coming2 Mexico, Mexico Travel Solutions, Nexus Tours Mexico

What is the most popular transport to get from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 77% opted for a bus
  • 15% bought a taxi ride
  • 8% took a van