How much is the bus ticket from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque start at R 538. The average price for this route is around R 573. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

The average bus journey time from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 111 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by OCC .

Which bus companies service the San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from OCC , Cristobal Colon .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

The earliest bus departs from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

A bus trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OCC , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1292 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cristobal Colon has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cristobal Colon , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OCC , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque from R 474 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO Aeropuerto + OCC	Bus	08:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	9h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	7h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	22:15	San Cristobal de las Casas	8h 4m	06:19	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
OCC + OCC	Bus	05:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	12h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
OCC + OCC	Bus	05:30	San Cristobal de las Casas	12h 20m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ADO Aeropuerto + OCC	Bus	08:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	9h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	7h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	22:15	San Cristobal de las Casas	8h 4m	06:19	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
OCC + OCC	Bus	05:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	12h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
OCC + OCC	Bus	05:30	San Cristobal de las Casas	12h 20m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	7h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:15	San Cristobal de las Casas	8h 4m	06:19	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	7h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:15	San Cristobal de las Casas	8h 4m	06:19	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00	San Cristobal de las Casas	7h 50m	17:50	Central de Autobuses ADO	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:15	San Cristobal de las Casas	8h 4m	06:19	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Cristóbal de las Casas 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 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage duration

110 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 538 - R 656	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 218 - R 259	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Cristóbal de las Casas and Palenque?

Stops in San Cristóbal de las Casas

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San Cristobal de las Casas
Av Insurgentes 66, Sta Lucia, 29250 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chis., Mexico
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Stops in Palenque

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

OCC

3.5/51 293 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.4

Passengers generally appreciate the comfortable reclining seats and clean facilities, with many noting that buses leave on time. The service at stations is also praised for being nice and helpful. However, some reviews mention concerns about unnecessary mid-trip cleaning procedures using questionable methods, as well as limited lunch stop options during longer journeys.

OCC San Cristóbal de las Casas Palenque recent customer reviews

Very comfortable seats. But sometimes the films are very loud with lots of shouting , eg Dune.

Audrey O.

30 November 2025

Nice service at the station in San Cristobal . The seats are hard, beaten but the ride was smooth. The lunch stop was very short and not much to choose from. The bus stopped in 4 towns before finally getting to destination, Palenque.

Johanne C.

13 February 2024

while I was asleep, someone stole all of my money out of my wallet which was in my bag in the pocket of the back of the seat in front of me.

Paulina K.

14 May 2023

Cristobal Colon

3.5/5130 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi1.9

Based on 130 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Cristobal Colon ticket prices on this trip start at R 396

Cristobal Colon San Cristóbal de las Casas Palenque recent customer reviews

Bus was cancelled, I was not notified and there were no Cristobal Colon staff on hand to help. I had to get an OCC bus instead which took over 8 hours due to the different route.

Mariya R.

26 September 2019

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque start at R 538. The average price for this route is around R 573. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
The average bus journey time from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 111 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by OCC.
Which bus companies service the San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from OCC, Cristobal Colon.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
The earliest bus departs from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
A bus trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OCC, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1292 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cristobal Colon has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cristobal Colon, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OCC, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

06/12

R 505

07/12

R 504

Today

R 502

09/12

R 503

10/12

R 503

11/12

R 505

12/12

R 505

13/12

R 505

The cheapest trip from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 502

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

You can expect to pay from R 502 to R 505 for a bus ticket from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 503, which is on 2025-12-09.