How far is Mérida from Palenque?

The distance between the two cities is 286 miles (461 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mérida to Palenque?

Most of the buses traveling from Mérida to Palenque leave from Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60 and arrive at Central de Autobuses ADO. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Mérida to Palenque from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 13
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	10:15pm	ADO Merida	10h	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	10:35pm	ADO Merida	9h 40m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	ADO Merida	9h 30m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15pm	ADO Merida	9h 15m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
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	6:00am	ADO Merida	11h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	6:15am	ADO Merida	11h	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	7:15am	ADO Merida	10h	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	ADO Merida	10h	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
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	9:05pm	ADO Merida	10h 25m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	ADO Merida	10h	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
Bus	10:15pm	ADO Merida	9h 15m	7:30am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00am	ADO Merida	11h 15m	5:15pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	ADO Merida	8h 25m	6:25am	Central de Autobuses ADO	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	ADO Merida	8h 45m	5:15pm	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
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	11:15pm	ADO Merida	11h 55m	11:10am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
	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

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 17
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
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	8:50pm	ADO Merida	11h 50m	8:40am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	ADO Merida	8h 45m	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	9:45pm	ADO Merida	11h 55m	9:40am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Next departures for Mérida to Palenque on November 18
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 Platino + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	10:05am	ADO Merida	13h 5m	11:10pm	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags
ADO + ADO Aeropuerto	Bus	8:50pm	ADO Merida	11h 50m	8:40am	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	10h	8:15am	Central de Autobuses ADO	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:53 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mérida to Palenque

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Palenque. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

285 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $143	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $35	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ADO

4/59,917 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

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

3.5/51,283 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

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Where are the popular stops in Mérida and Palenque?

Stops in Mérida

A - Merida Terminal - Plaza Paseo 60

B - ADO Merida

C - Aeropuerto MID

Stops in Palenque

A - Central de Autobuses ADO

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mérida, YUC, MX to Palenque by bus

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$60

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$60

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$62

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$62

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$62

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$60

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$60

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You can expect to pay from $60 to $62 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 $60 which is on 2025-11-18.