Cancun to Tulum

Cancun to Tulum

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Cancun to Tulum Destination Reviews

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Lara U
The trip got cancelled and we didnt get the money back.
Cancun to Tulum, Van Tourist, Chiquila Holbox Extreme, Oct 8, 2025
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Loic V
Great value, fast service
Cancun to Tulum, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, Jun 6, 2022
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Courtney R
Would highly recommend Nexus to anyone that arrives in Cancun! Had such an easy transfer and Carlos was amazing! Five star rating throughout!
Cancun to Tulum, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 29, 2022
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Catherine E
I had my flight changed at the last minute and arrived a day early - the guys at the airport were amazing and accommodated me without any fuss - cannot praise these guys enough
Cancun to Tulum, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 14, 2022
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Ellie O
Very good experience, driver was punctual and polite
Cancun to Tulum, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 12, 2022
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Philippe S
Perfect service. Somehow, my booking was wrong and during my flight, through WhatsApp, they arranged everything. The people to welcome you at the airport and the driver are kind and effecient. I definitely recommend them.
Cancun to Tulum, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 7, 2022
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Cancun to Tulum Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 35m
$94.00
Flight
VivaAerobus
Economy
00:30
14:10
$243.36
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
01:00
02:30
$34.69
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
02:00
03:30
$34.69
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
03:00
04:30
$34.69
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
04:00
05:30
$34.69
Flight
Volaris
Economy
04:18
13:35
$210.17
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
05:00
06:30
$34.69
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
06:00
07:30
$34.69
Flight
VivaAerobus
Economy
06:20
10:55
$163.01
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
07:00
08:30
$34.69
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
07:31
10:21
$15.49
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
08:00
09:30
$34.69
Bus
ADO Conecta
Minibus
08:35
11:00
$12.73
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
09:00
10:30
$34.69
Van
Cancun Shuttle
Minivan
10:00
11:30
$34.69
Flight
Aeromexico
Economy
10:21
12:55
$260.82
Flight
Volaris
Economy
10:39
15:10
$322.54
Flight
VivaAerobus
Economy
10:55
14:10
$194.45
Flight
VivaAerobus
Economy
11:15
14:10
$419.76

How to get from Cancun to Tulum

When you want to get from Cancun to Tulum, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 115.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.47.

How far is Cancun from Tulum?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cancun to Tulum. Your trip will be a total of 47 miles (75 km). The flying distance is 47 miles (75 km).

How long does it take to get from Cancun to Tulum?

The travel time from Cancun to Tulum can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Cancun to Tulum?

The cost of the trip from Cancun to Tulum varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is ADO: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.47 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 115.78.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Cancun to Tulum:

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.46 to USD 18.61;
  • Van price : USD 21.75 - USD 32.42;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 49.14 - USD 53.99. From Cancun to Tulum starting from 00:00 Cancun Airport until 00:00 Cancun Airport
  • flight price: USD 101.19 - USD 266.60. From Cancun to Tulum starting from 07:00 Cancun Airport until 23:00 Cancun Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 101.71 to USD 115.81.

How many trips per day are there between Cancun and Tulum?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:10 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 18 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Cancun to Tulum any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Cancun to Tulum is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Cancun to Tulum. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 101.71.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Cancun to Tulum. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Cancun to Tulum.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Cancun to Tulum

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cancun to Tulum? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 85% decided to go for a bus.
  • 9% opted for a van.
  • 3% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 3% chosen taxi+Van

Transportation from Cancun to Tulum

Facts about the transport from Cancun to Tulum

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day21
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADO, Autobuses Unidos, BDExperience Mexico, Cancun Shuttle, Chiquila Holbox Extreme, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, VivaAerobus, VivaAerobus, Volaris