Transfers Cancún to Playa del Carmen from $70 USD

If you didn’t know, Playa del Carmen is 57.2 km from Cancún Airport, and at that distance we can rule out public transportation. Why? Because it simply doesn’t exist. The closest thing to it is the ADO bus.

This bus departs about every hour in the morning and afternoon, but its frequency drops significantly at night. Did we mention the cost is $13 USD per person? Sure—it can work if you don’t mind waiting an hour or more (especially late at night), if you don’t need privacy, and if you’re okay arriving at downtown Playa del Carmen, where another challenge awaits: figuring out how to get to your hotel.

All of this adds time, money, and stress to your dream vacation in the Mexican Caribbean. But here’s the good news: you can BOOK RIGHT NOW with us your FULLY PRIVATE taxi to your hotel!

Choose your pickup time, the number of passengers traveling with you, and—most importantly—start your dream vacation in Cancún the moment you step off the plane.

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Why Choose Us?


Your transportation from Cancún to Playa del Carmen should be more than just a transfer—it should be a complete experience. You shouldn’t have to wait longer than necessary; we take you straight to your hotel door, help with your luggage, and make you feel safe at all times. These qualities, and many more, make us your best option, outperforming other transportation companies or platforms like Uber. If that’s not enough, below we explain why we’re the ideal choice for you.

No waiting longer than necessary: We arrive on time, ensuring your transfers are fast and without delays.

No overpaying: We offer fair and competitive rates, with clear prices from the start.

No need to use multiple means of transport: Enjoy a direct and comfortable service, from your arrival to your destination, hassle-free.

No worries about safety: All our vehicles are certified and insured, with professional drivers who prioritize your well-being.

No complications when booking: Easily book online in just a few minutes, without unnecessary steps.

Cancun shuttle to Playa del Carmen

Compare Our Prices

How much does transportation from Cancún to Playa del Carmen cost? Explore the comparison table to see the options available between Cancún Airport and Playa del Carmen. You’ll find clear information organized by provider and service type so you can confidently choose the alternative that best fits your itinerary.

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One-way transfer
FROM $70 USD
Round trip
FROM $110 USD
Happy Shuttle Cancun
One-way transfer
FROM $87 USD
Round trip
FROM $152 USD
Cancun Airport Transportation
One-way transfer
FROM $85 USD
Round trip
FROM $165 USD
Etransfers
One-way transfer
FROM $85 USD
Round trip
FROM $165 USD
Taxi Riviera Maya
One-way transfer
FROM $75 USD
Round trip
FROM $140 USD
Caribbean Transfers
One-way transfer
FROM $75 USD
Round trip
FROM $140 USD
Cancun Airport Private Transportation
One-way transfer
FROM $80 USD
Round trip
FROM $160 USD
Transfer Cancun
One-way transfer
FROM $75 USD
Round trip
FROM $140 USD

Our Customers’ Reviews

Discover excellence in every ride with our transportation from Cancún to Playa del Carmen. Read real experiences from our customers and join those who already enjoy a private, safe, and punctual transfer.

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My best friend and I booked a last-minute getaway to Mexico without knowing how many days we would stay. The company was super flexible in helping us change our plans. Communication was fantastic throughout our stay. I highly recommend them as a company.

Laurie G.

Jul 2025 ★★★★★
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We had a great experience with Transfer Plus. They picked up my family at the airport and took us to our hotel. We ended up changing hotels and our flight time, but they were flexible and quickly picked us up at the new location. Excellent service.

Brad S.

Jun 2025 ★★★★★
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Great service, on-time pickup, clean car, and savings on driving. The best part was the communication: I received confirmation via WhatsApp with all the trip details. I felt confident the pickup would happen as agreed. I recommend Transfer Plus.

Maria F.

Apr 2025 ★★★★★
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Excellent service before and during my stay. Always available to assist passengers and solve any issues. They picked us up at the airport on time and took us back as well. Excellent service, highly recommended.

Axel C.

Mar 2025 ★★★★★
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Transfers Plus was very helpful and easy to work with. I booked transportation for both my arrival and departure without any issues. We had to cancel our trip, and they were extremely kind and refunded us. I would highly recommend using this service and will do so in the future.

Carrie M.

Mar 2025 ★★★★★
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There are many transportation options in Cancun, but we are glad we found Transfers Plus. We coordinated multiple trips with continuous communication. Our favorite driver was Carlos, very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Thank you, Transfers Plus.

Mornelle

Feb 2025 ★★★★★

4.9

Based on 75 reviews from our customers.

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Where Can We Take You?

Our Playa del Carmen transfer service not only takes you from Cancún Airport to any hotel in this vibrant city. We also offer one-way or round-trip transfers to other destinations, such as the Ultramar terminal to catch the ferry, the exclusive Playacar area, or the incredible Grupo Xcaret theme parks—like Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, Xenses, and many more. Want to discover some of these destinations? We’ve highlighted them below!

Most Popular Hotels Places
Paradisus playa del carmen Magic Blue Spa Boutique Hotel Adults Only La Habichuela
Porfirio's playa del carmen Riu Lupita - All Inclusive El Pirata de la Isla
Hilton playa del carmen The Reef 28 Cocina 20
Meteo playa del carmen Mvngata Beach Hotel La Isla Fresca
Cenote azul playa del carmen The Yucatan Resort Playa del Carmen Café del Mar
Riu playa del carmen Grand Riviera Princess Mambo Cafe
Ferry playa del carmen a cozumel IT Boutique Hotel & Restaurant La Patrona
fiesta inn playa del carmen Capital O Mimi Del Mar La Habichuela
Grand Hyatt playa del carmen The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences Cenote Azul
Wyndham garden playa del carmen Platinum Yucatan Princess Cenote Dos Ojos
5ta avenida playa del carmen Occidental at Xcaret Destination Cenote Calavera
City express playa del carmen Grand Sunset Princess Cenote Xcaret
Hotel 52 playa del carmen Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort Cenote Taj Mahal
Iberostar playa del carmen SILVERSANDS Hotel Boutique Cenote Suytun
Riu tequila playa del carmen Hotel Xcaret Arte - All Parks All Fun Inclusive Cenote Jardín del Edén
Thompson playa del carmen Riu Playacar - All Inclusive Cenote Zacil-Ha
Real bilbao playa del carmen Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusivesi Coco Bongo
Barcelo playa del carmen Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Sunset Bar
Hotel paradisus playa del carmen Riu Palace Riviera Maya The Reef Coco Beach
Punta esmeralda en playa del carmen Hilton Playa del Carmen Caramba Bar
Selina playa del carmen Royal Hideaway Playacar The Rooftop at the Viceroy Riviera Maya
Wyndham alltra playa del carmen El Beso Adults Nacho Libre
Wyndham playa del carmen Ocean Riviera Paradise La Bamba
Holiday inn playa del carmen Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen Coconut Bar
Hotel aspira playa del carmen Ocean Maya Royale Adults Only Bistro La Habichuela
Hotel Lab nah playa del carmen BlueBay Grand Esmeralda La Habichuela Playacar
Hotel princess playa del carmen Iberostar Tucan La Habichuela Tulum
Hyatt playa del carmen Palmaïa Hibiscus
La vaquita playa del carmen Iberostar Quetzal La Habichuela Cozumel
Letras playa del carmen The Royal Haciendas Resort & Spa El Ceviche Playacar
Aldea thai playa del carmen Sandos Playacar All Inclusive El Ceviche Tulum
Bovinos playa del carmen Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun El Ceviche Cozumel
Casa sofia playa del carmen Secrets Impression Moxché La Habichuela Isla Mujeres
Grand hyatt playa del carmen resort Hotel Xcaret Mexico All Parks Cenote Dos Ojos (Xel-Há)
Hard rock cafe playa del carmen Banyan Tree Mayakoba Cenote Chaak Tun (Xcaret)
Hotel hilton playa del carmen The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences Cenote Azul (Xcaret)
Hotel hm playa del carmen Sandos Caracol Eco Resort Cenote Taj Mahal (Xcaret)
Hotel nina playa del carmen Playacar Palace Cenote Suytun (Xcaret)
Hotel wyndham playa del carmen Fairmont Mayakoba Cenote Jardín del Edén (Xcaret)
Mandala playa del carmen Sandos Playacar Select Club Cenote Zacil-Ha (Xcaret)
Rio secreto playa del carmen OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen Cenote Azul (Playa del Carmen)
Riu palace playa del carmen Sandos Caracol Eco Resort Select Club Cenote Dos Ojos (Playa del Carmen)
Sandos caracol playa del carmen Viceroy Riviera Maya The City
Xcaret playa del carmen Marvic Hotel Boutique La Vaquita

What is the distance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?

The distance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún is 68 km—or at least that’s what almost every website on the topic says. But is that distance accurate? Yes, it’s absolutely correct. So the question “How far is Playa del Carmen from Cancún?” is answered with 68 km.

However, keep in mind that this distance is measured from downtown Playa del Carmen to downtown Cancún, not from the “entrance” to PDC to the entrance to Cancún.

The next question to answer is “How long does it take from Playa del Carmen to Cancún?” Under “standard” conditions, the average time is about 1 hour. But don’t forget there are factors that influence this, such as weather, time of day, and season. These three factors can make both the distance and the travel time from Cancún to Playa del Carmen feel endless.

What is the distance between Cancún Airport and Playa del Carmen?

One of the mistakes people make when estimating the time or even the distance to Playa del Carmen is not considering the location of Cancún Airport.

Cancún Airport is 15 km from downtown Cancún, and therefore the distance from Playa del Carmen to Cancún Airport is 57 km. We know—you’re wondering about how long the trip takes. In this case, the journey is approximately 50 minutes.

But remember that both time and distance can feel endless depending on the transfer method you choose, your departure time, the weather, and the holiday season.

From Playa del Carmen to Cancún

Back in the saddle, as we say back home. So far we’ve covered how to get from the airport to PDC, but we haven’t talked about getting from Playa to Cancún—or more specifically, to the airport.

Well, long story short: if you booked a round-trip transfer, you don’t have to worry. Since it’s a private, round-trip service, our company will pick you up wherever you are in Playa and take you to the airport.

But what if you didn’t? That’s where things start to get tricky. If you didn’t book any service, you still have time—you can still reserve your transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancún.

If you don’t want to read any further, go ahead and book your transfer right now. But if you’d like to turn your life into a meme and end up with a story you’ll remember forever, keep reading—because we’re going to talk about ADO, Playa Express, and Playa del Carmen taxis.

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What are you waiting for to book the best private taxi service, group transfers, and family transportation in Cancun? Don’t waste any more time—make your reservation today with Transfers Plus.

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