Cancun to Tulum

The bus is the main public transportation option to get from Cancun to Tulum, running from both Cancun City Centre and Cancun Airport:

Getting from Cancun City Centre to Tulum

• Bus from Cancun City Centre to Tulum –
  • Average journey time: 2 hours 30 minutes from Cancun City
  • Average cost: 218 pesos / $11 / £9 one way
  • Recommended Companies: ADO

Getting from Cancun Airport to Tulum

• Bus from Cancun Airport to Tulum;
  • Average journey time: 2 hours 45 minutes from Cancun Airport
  • Average cost: 340 pesos / $17.50 / £14.50 one way
  • Recommended Companies: ADO

Cancun to Tulum Bus

The bus is the most popular way for travellers to get from Cancun to Tulum. Running roughly every hour from the airport and Cancun City Centre. They are a quick and cheap way to travel around Mexico.

ADO are our recommendation for buses from both the Cancun Airport and Cancun City to Tulum. They run many services throughout the day and are well maintained and safe.

Cancun to Tulum Flight

There is no flight from Cancun to Tulum as there is no airport in Tulum. The closest airport is Cozumel, 40 miles away, however Cancun Airport is only 68 miles from Tulum so bus is our recommended method of transport.

Getting from Cancun to Tulum FAQ

What is the best way to travel from Cancun to Tulum?

Bus is the best way to travel from Cancun to Tulum. We recommend ADO buses which are clean, quick, and safe. They run from both Cancun Airport and Cancun City Centre.

Is there a train from Cancun to Tulum?

No. Mexico’s passenger trains stopped running in the 2000s. There are no trains between Cancun and Tulum. A bus journey is the only public transport option.

What is the distance from Cancun City Centre to Tulum?

Cancun City is 82 miles or 132km from Tulum. It takes roughly 2 hours 30 minutes from the city centre to Tulum.

What is the distance from Cancun Airport to Tulum?

The Cancun Airport is 68 miles or 110km from Tulum. A bus journey is around 2 hours 45 minutes.