A beautiful view from within central Playa del Carmen-mobile

How to get from
Tulum to Playa del Carmen

Distance	61 km (38.1 miles)
Price range	$6-$215
Ride Duration Range	15m-1h 30m
Earliest Departure	05:27
Latest Departure	23:40
Most Popular Operator	Valentina's Tours and Transfer

There are lots of buses and shuttles that will transport you from Tulum to Playa del Carmen. You would be most wise to plan a trip in the winter or early spring before the weather gets hot and sticky. Playa del Carmen is the perfect getaway if you’re looking for some beach time. Its white sand beaches and turquoise waters will make you feel like you’re in paradise. Take advantage of many different activities, such as kayaking, parasailing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. When the sun goes down, you will want to hit the restaurants and bars and take part in the fun nightlife.

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Taking a bus from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

Fastest bus: 15m

Cheapest bus: $6

The fastest: 15m

The cheapest: $6

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

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Reclining Seats

The fastest: 1h

The cheapest: $7

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

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POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

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Food

A beautiful view from within central Playa del Carmen

About the ride from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

Tulum to Playa del Carmen Route Information

The distance between Tulum and Playa del Carmen is 38 miles, or approximately 61 kilometers.

There are 3 ways to get from Tulum to Playa del Carmen, including minivan,car,bus.

The earliest departure leaves at 05:27 and has a duration of 1 hour.

The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 15 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: .

Tulum to Playa del Carmen by minivan

Starting Price: $7
162 departures a day, or 1134 departures a week

There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Tourist.

Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Tulum to Playa del Carmen by car

The only travel class available is Standard.

Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Tulum to Playa del Carmen by bus

Starting Price: $6
110 departures a day, or 770 departures a week

There are 6 travel classes for this journey, including: Economy, Primera Class, Conecta Class, Standard, First Class and Executive.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Companies Operating from Tulum to Playa del Carmen

ADO

15m - 1h 25m

$6 - $8

(2265)

Chiquila Holbox Extreme

(180)

Popular stations and stops in Tulum and Playa del Carmen

Departure stations in Tulum

LiveTulum

Tulum bus stop

Tulum - Any hotel in Zona Hotelera Tulum

Tulum - Any hotel

ADO Terminal Autobuses Tulum

Arrival stations in Playa del Carmen

La Pasion Hotel Boutique

Playa del Carmen bus stop

Playa del Carmen - Any hotel

ADO Terminal Alterna Playa Del Carmen

ADO Terminal Turistica Playa Del Carmen

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