Bus Tickets from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

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TodayAug 11
from US$156
TomorrowAug 12
from US$132
WedAug 13
from US$132
ThuAug 14
from US$132
FriAug 15
from US$132
SatAug 16
from US$132
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Mexico City
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Playa del Carmen
    Destination location: Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
    Operated by: ADOADO
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Mexico City
    Departure location: TAPO
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Playa del Carmen
    Destination location: Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
    Operated by: AU + ADO
    AU + ADO
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Mexico City
    Departure location: TAPO
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Playa del Carmen
    Destination location: Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
    Operated by: AU + ADO
    AU + ADO
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Mexico City
    Departure location: TAPO
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Playa del Carmen
    Destination location: Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
    Operated by: AU + ADO
    AU + ADO
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Mexico City
    Departure location: TAPO
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Playa del Carmen
    Destination location: Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte.
    Operated by: AU + ADO
    AU + ADO
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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

Bus
Average PriceUS$130 - US$203Average Duration1d 5h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$91 - US$91Average Duration21h
53kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Playa del Carmen. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$130Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mexico City to Playa del Carmen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$147
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:00am
Distance1266 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Mexico City to Playa del Carmen Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mexico City - Playa del Carmen

  1. How far is Mexico City from Playa del Carmen?

    It's about 1264 km (784 miles) from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen?

    Buses departing from Norte in Mexico City will take you to Terminal ADO Alterna - 20 Av. Nte y Calle 12 Nte. In Playa del Carmen.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-09
US$114
08-10
US$114
Today
US$114
08-12
US$114
08-13
US$113
08-14
US$114
08-15
US$114
08-16
US$114
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of US$113

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 US$113 to US$114 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 US$113 which is on 2025-08-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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