Merida to Playa del Carmen bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 23 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Merida bus station at 01:47h, arriving at Playa del Carmen bus station at 07:02h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:47h, arriving at 05:02h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Merida and Playa del Carmen is 181 mi.
The fastest bus which departs at 08:10 has a travel time of 05:00h.
The longest travel time on the route is 06:45h.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Playa del Carmen earlier, there
are 3 night buses from Merida to Playa del Carmen.
The overnight buses depart between and 23:47 and arrive between 01:17 and 05:02
the same day.
Bus companies operating the Merida to Playa del Carmen route
There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.
For more details about Merida or Playa del Carmen bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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Merida
You can see information about the departure station and stops Merida here
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Playa del Carmen
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Playa del Carmen here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $42 (One-Way)
or $84 (Return).
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