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

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

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Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan Schedule

Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Nexus Tours Mexico Shuttle 00:00 - 01:05$ 16.06
Aeromexico Economy #AM50106:04 - 08:25$ 396.68
ADO First Class 08:15 - 09:25$ 14.36
Volaris Economy #Y470911:09 - 13:42$ 404.87
VivaAerobus Economy #VB103722:50 - 01:15$ 334.70

Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan

Facts about the transport from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:50 PM
Departures per day3
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADO, Nexus Tours Mexico, Shuttle Central, VivaAerobus

Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan 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 Riu Yucatan

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 343.24 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 14.36.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 13 hours to travel between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan depending on the means of transport you choose.

Van is the fastest way to travel between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan. Van will bring you to your destination in 45m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 12h 46m to reach Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan.

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

Travelling between Cancun Airport and Playa del Carmen Riu Yucatan can be as cheap as USD 14.36 if you opt for a ADO bus and as expensive as USD 343.24 if you buy a VivaAerobus flight 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 Riu Yucatan ?

  • 2 from Cancun to Playa del Carmen starting from 00:00 Cancun Airport until 00:00 Cancun Airport
  • 1 from Cancun to Playa del Carmen starting from 22:50 Cancun Airport until 22:50 Cancun Airport

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

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 343.53.

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

VivaAerobus

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

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

Nexus Tours Mexico, Shuttle Central

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

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

  • 100% opted for a bus