HOW TO GET FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO TULUM

Cancun Airport information for those planning a vacation on Riviera Maya in Mexico. This title on our website Airportinfo24.com is one of the most frequently asked questions that search engines receive. It is about Tulum and how to get there from closest airport. Tulum is a beautiful destination in the Mexican Caribbean. One of the most beautiful places in entire Mexico and Riviera Maya area.
Everybody wants to visit Tulum for at least one day on their Cancun trip or 2 weeks vacation. Walking through the Mayan Ruins, take a rented bicycle and take a long ride on the seaside, and experience all the famous activities in Tulum.

FROM CANCUN AIRPORT

First of all for you information, there are different transportation options to get to Tulum from Cancun airport. Depending on your travel budget you’ll choose the best option available for you. As soon as you arrive at the Cancun Airport you’ll have a dozens of shouting transportation promoters on you to get a service with them. So please be careful, if you don’t want private transportation to your hotel in Tulum.

To get from Cancun Airport to Tulum, you have a few reasonable options

1. Private Transfer: You can book a private transfer service, which is a convenient and comfortable option. There are many private transfer companies operating at Cancun Airport that offer door-to-door service to Tulum. You can pre-book your private transfer online or at the airport upon arrival. The cost of a private transfer varies depending on the provider and the type of vehicle you choose.
2. Shared Shuttle: Shared shuttle services are also available at Cancun Airport, where you share the ride with other passengers going to the same destination. This option is usually more affordable than a private transfer but may take longer as you wait for other passengers to arrive and be dropped off at their destinations.
3. Rental Car: Renting a car is another option for getting from Cancun Airport to Tulum. There are several car rental agencies at the airport, and you can book a car in advance or upon arrival. However, keep in mind that driving in Mexico may be different from what you’re used to, and you’ll need to be familiar with the local traffic rules and regulations.
4. Public Transportation: You can take a public bus from Cancun Airport to Tulum. There are regular ADO bus services that operate between Cancun Airport and Tulum. The buses are comfortable and relatively inexpensive, but they may make multiple stops along the way, which could add to the travel time.

ADO BUS

This is a great option if you are traveling alone without family. ADO Bus is a very reliable company that offers transportation services from almost any destination in Cancun, Riviera Maya, and all the state in this part of Mexico.
ADO Bus offers very nice and comfortable (very clean seats) with different amenities for you pleasure. Such as movies on the way, internet wi-fi, and much more. Just for you to know sometimes ADO Bus does stops in Playa del Carmen and other small villages through the road to Tulum, which could be a disadvantage sometimes.

Usually to get to Tulum takes 1 hour and 40 minutes from Cancun International Airport, but the bus takes a little bit longer than that. However, we recommend you this option for couples and alone travelers to Mexico. Get your Bus tickets which costs $288 MXN, (13 USD approximately).
Don’t worry please if you are traveling with many luggage.The buses have enough space for your all belongings.

CANCUN AIRPORT CAR RENTAL

If you want to explore more then the vacation resorts and your own hotel is to rent a car from Cancun airport.
There are other beautiful locations besides Cancun and the Riviera Maya such as Holbox, Bacalar, and Mahahual which aren’t close to Cancun Airport and you will need few more days to visit all of them.
In that case, the best option is to pre-book your car and when you arrive at the Cancun Airport the company will give you the vehicle on the spot. There are many companies who rent a car in Cancun Airport so you’ll be able to pick the one that fits your needs during your vacation in Mexico.

TAXI FROM CANCUN

Another convenient option for your transportation to Tulum from Cancun International Airport are Taxi here. Taxis are right outside the main terminal waiting for you. Although they don’t always have availability because of high tourist season and most of the taxis are allready taken.
These vehicles have a capacity of 3 or 4 people only, you must also consider that those taxis don’t have too much space for your luggage. The rates are very variable, so it’s a good idea to ask before boarding the taxi and be sure how much will you pay. You have to speak at least some basic Spanish. Normally these kinds of taxis are comfortable since they are recent models, most of them have A/C. Aldor taxis do not have an air-con.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM CANCUN AIRPORT

Most of these private vehicles offer a capacity for 8 to 10 passengers. This makes the best choice for a large group of travellers to Riviera Maya. There are too many transportation companies at the Cancun Airport, but we recommend you book in advance from your home before arrival to Cancun.

As a private van you won’t have to wait for anyone after arrival, and also depending on the traffic you’ll be at your destination in less time than the Bus option.
Also, they have plenty of space for your belongings and large luggage. Taking this option you’ll probably spend less money than the other options, as a big group the payment is divided in all the passengers which makes it cheaper option for you. Plus the private transportation takes you exactly to your hotel. So you don’t have to pay an extra amount to move to your hotel as the Bus option.