Isla Mujeres to Cancun

Isla Mujeres to Cancun

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Isla Mujeres to Cancun Destination Reviews

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Mehdi M
Excellent
Isla Mujeres to Cancun, Ferry High Speed Ferry, Ultramar, Jan 17, 2023
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Dusko B
Excellent trip , thanks
Isla Mujeres to Cancun, Ferry High Speed Ferry, Ultramar, Jan 10, 2023
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Inge A
Booked online and went to the office of Ultramar who gave us the tickets. Everything went smootly and perfectly. If you gonna visit this island do it with the ferry and don´t waste money on a snorkeling catamaran because there is no coral reef anyhow
Isla Mujeres to Cancun, Ferry High Speed Ferry, Ultramar, Jun 27, 2022
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Nicholas R
Very easy and the staff was friendly
Isla Mujeres to Cancun, Ferry High Speed Ferry, Ultramar, Jun 17, 2022
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Isla Mujeres to Cancun Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
GetTransfer LATAM
Minivan 8pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$46.58
Ferry
Ultramar
Premium Plus
09:45
10:15
$11.63
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
11:00
11:20
$13.28
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
12:00
12:20
$13.28
Ferry
Ultramar
Premium Plus
12:45
13:15
$11.63
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
14:00
14:20
$13.28
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Minivan + Ferry
15:00
16:20
$39.00
Ferry
Ultramar
Premium Plus
16:00
16:30
$11.63
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
17:00
17:20
$13.28
Ferry
Ultramar
Premium Plus
17:30
18:00
$11.63
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
18:00
18:20
$13.28
Ferry
Ultramar
Premium Plus
19:00
19:30
$11.63
Ferry
Xcaret Ferry
Premium
20:00
20:20
$13.28
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Minivan + Ferry
21:00
22:20
$39.00
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Minivan + Ferry
22:00
23:20
$39.00
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Minivan + Ferry
23:00
00:20
$39.00

How to get from Isla Mujeres to Cancun

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

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 16.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry as a ferry ticket costs as low as USD 15.37.

How far is Isla Mujeres from Cancun?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Isla Mujeres to Cancun. Your trip will be a total of 9 miles (13 km). The flying distance is 9 miles (13 km).

How long does it take to get from Isla Mujeres to Cancun?

The travel time from Isla Mujeres to Cancun can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Isla Mujeres to Cancun?

The cost of the trip from Isla Mujeres to Cancun varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Ultramar: travelling by ferry expect to pay as low as USD 15.37 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry - a one-way Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 16.50.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 8.33 to USD 8.90;
  • Van price : USD 9.07 - USD 31.16;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 15.35 to USD 16.49.
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 54.22. From Isla Mujeres to Cancun starting from 10:00 Isla Mujeres Pier until 23:00 Isla Mujeres Pier

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 55.99 to USD 55.99.

How many trips per day are there between Isla Mujeres and Cancun?

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

  • Ferries leave from Isla Mujeres for Cancun 55 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Isla Mujeres to Cancun 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 Isla Mujeres to Cancun. 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 55.99.

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

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Isla Mujeres to Cancun as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Isla Mujeres to Cancun. 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 Isla Mujeres to Cancun.

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 Isla Mujeres to Cancun

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Isla Mujeres to Cancun? 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:

  • 98% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Isla Mujeres to Cancun

Facts about the transport from Isla Mujeres to Cancun

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport15m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:20 PM
Departures per day55
Distance13 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADO Aeropuerto, BDExperience Mexico, Cancun Shuttle, GetTransfer LATAM, Mexitours, Ultramar, Xcaret Ferry