Tulum to Cancun

Tulum to Cancun

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Tulum to Cancun Destination Reviews

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Loic V
Great value, fast service
Tulum to Cancun, 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!
Tulum to Cancun, 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
Tulum to Cancun, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 14, 2022
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Ellie O
Very good experience, driver was punctual and polite
Tulum to Cancun, 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.
Tulum to Cancun, Van Shuttle, Nexus Tours Mexico, May 7, 2022
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Tulum to Cancun Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
ADO Aeropuerto
Primera
00:00
03:00
$24.34
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
00:55
03:20
$15.49
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
02:00
05:30
$25.50
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
02:20
05:25
$14.38
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
02:55
05:20
$15.49
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
04:00
07:30
$25.50
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
04:35
07:40
$15.49
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
05:00
08:30
$25.50
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
05:20
07:45
$14.38
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
06:00
09:30
$25.50
Bus
Autobuses Unidos
Economy AC
06:30
08:55
$16.05
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
07:00
10:30
$25.50
Bus
ADO Aeropuerto
Primera
07:20
09:05
$24.34
  4.0
Bus
ADO Aeropuerto
Primera
08:00
09:45
$25.44
  4.0
Bus
Autobuses Unidos
Economy AC
08:20
10:45
$16.05
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
08:55
11:20
$14.38
Bus
ADO
Standard AC
09:20
11:45
$15.49
Bus
ADO Aeropuerto
Primera
10:00
11:45
$25.44
  4.0
Flight
VivaAerobus
Economy
10:30
21:20
$153.70
Van
BDExperience Mexico
Shuttle
11:00
14:30
$25.50

How to get from Tulum to Cancun

When you want to get from Tulum to Cancun, 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 Bus 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 119.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.66.

How far is Tulum from Cancun?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Tulum to Cancun. 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 Tulum to Cancun?

The travel time from Tulum to Cancun can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Tulum to Cancun 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 17.66 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 119.15.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.64 to USD 18.44;
  • Van price : USD 19.86 - USD 32.36;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 48.86 - USD 53.71. From Tulum to Cancun starting from 00:00 Playa Paraiso Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Playa Paraiso Hotel Transfer
  • flight+taxi price: USD 155.59. From Tulum to Cancun starting from 00:00 Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer until 00:00 Tulum Zona Hotelera Transfer
  • Plane tickets - USD 1,360.95 to USD 1,360.95;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 104.68 to USD 119.17.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 02:55 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:20. There are 10 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Tulum to Cancun any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Tulum to Cancun. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 1,360.95.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Tulum to Cancun

Flights Cancun

Buses

Taking a bus from Tulum 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 Tulum 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 104.68.

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 Tulum 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 Tulum 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 Tulum to Cancun

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Tulum 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:

  • 95% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Tulum to Cancun

Facts about the transport from Tulum to Cancun

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day13
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADO, ADO Aeropuerto, BDExperience Mexico, Cancun Shuttle, Chiquila Holbox Extreme, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Flights Cancun