How much is the bus ticket from Mérida to Palenque?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Palenque start from $98. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Mérida to Palenque?

The average bus travel time from Mérida to Palenque is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 458 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by ADO .

Which bus companies service the Mérida to Palenque route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from ADO , OCC .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mérida to Palenque?

The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Palenque at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.

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

A bus trip from Mérida to Palenque generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Mérida to Palenque?

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 9963 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mérida to Palenque?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Mérida to Palenque?

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 Mérida to Palenque from $86 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	10:15pm	ADO Merida	9h 15m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	10:32pm	ADO Merida	9h 43m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:00am	ADO Merida	11h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:45am	ADO Merida	10h 30m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:00am	ADO Merida	11h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:45am	ADO Merida	10h 30m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:00am	ADO Merida	11h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:45am	ADO Merida	10h 30m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	10:45pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO	Bus	9:05pm	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO GL + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	8:15am	ADO Merida	13h 55m	10:10pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	10:45pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO Platino + ADO	Bus	9:05pm	Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60	13h	10:05am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	6:30am	ADO Merida	12h 10m	6:40pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	10:45pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	ADO Merida	10h	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:24 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mérida to Palenque

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palenque. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

460 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $204	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $54	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mérida and Palenque?

Stops in Mérida

A
Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60
Mérida Terminal paseo 60, calle 60 #346 A x 33 A y 35 Plaza Paseo 60, Mérida, Yuc., México
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B
ADO Merida
Calle 69 564, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico
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C
Aeropuerto MID
Calle 23 487, Manuel Crescencio Rejón, 97255 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico

Stops in Palenque

A
Central de Autobuses ADO
Palenque - Pakalná LB, Tulija, 29960 Palenque, Chis., Mexico
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Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,978 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.1

According to customer reviews, the bus service experienced rescheduling issues with departures being delayed by an hour. However, passengers mentioned that the actual bus ride was pleasant. Some users also expressed dissatisfaction with the user interface of the app and announcement screens at stations, suggesting improvements in this area.

ADO Mérida Palenque recent customer reviews

Had ours and other passengers' belongings stolen out of carry on bags. Was never out of our sight.

Cameron T.

November 10, 2023

Busride itssel was very nice. The user interface of the app and announcement screens in stations is not very good, please improve.

Wouter D.

April 12, 2023

During our bus trip whilst asleep (overnight bus) we were robbed of cash, laptop and some personal items. Not impressed with security especially as there were two bus drivers and and we sat on the second row so close to the driver. Smells like an inside job!!

Christopher A.

February 10, 2021

OCC

3.5/51,291 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Palenque 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 Mérida to Palenque?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mérida to Palenque start from $98. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Mérida to Palenque?
The average bus travel time from Mérida to Palenque is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 458 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by ADO.
Which bus companies service the Mérida to Palenque route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from ADO, OCC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mérida to Palenque?
The earliest bus departs from Mérida to Palenque at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mérida to Palenque?
A bus trip from Mérida to Palenque generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mérida to Palenque?
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 9963 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mérida to Palenque?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ADO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mérida to Palenque?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Mérida to Palenque?
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

11-29

$89

11-30

$89

Today

$89

12-02

$89

12-03

$89

12-04

$89

12-05

$86

12-06

$89

The cheapest trip from Mérida, YUC, MX to Palenque was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $89 for a bus ticket from Mérida, YUC, MX to Palenque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-05.