Bus Cárdenas to Cancún: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cárdenas to Cancún

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cárdenas to Cancún from various bus operators like Autobuses Unidos or ADO for the next days.

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tomorrow

Sunday

Monday

from $58

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

from $62

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person

Autobuses Unidos

18h 0m

0

5:00 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

11:00 AM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$58

A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 3/31/2025 5:00:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/1/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Autobuses Unidos

16h 5m

0

6:00 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

10:05 AM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$58

A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 3/31/2025 6:00:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/1/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 5m
ADO

15h 45m

0

7:55 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

11:40 AM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$73

A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 3/31/2025 7:55:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/1/2025 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m
ADO

17h 35m

0

9:35 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

3:10 PM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$73

A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 3/31/2025 9:35:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/1/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 35m
ADO

16h 45m

0

10:25 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

3:10 PM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$73

A Bus from ADO goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 3/31/2025 10:25:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/1/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

Autobuses Unidos

18h 0m

0

5:00 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

11:00 AM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$62

A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 4/3/2025 5:00:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/4/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Autobuses Unidos

16h 5m

0

6:00 PM

Cárdenas
Central Bus Station

10:05 AM

Cancún
ADO Central bus station

0

Economy

$62

A Bus from Autobuses Unidos goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 4/3/2025 6:00:00 PM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/4/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 5m
Did you know that if you travel from Cárdenas to Cancún via Playa del Carmen, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  16h 5m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Cárdenas
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:40 AM
  
  Playa del Carmen
  ADO Alterna Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $49
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, Cárdenas (Mexico) at 4/4/2025 6:00:00 PM to ADO Alterna Bus Station, Playa del Carmen (Mexico) arriving at 4/5/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
- ViajoMucho
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Playa del Carmen
  ADO Alterna Bus Station
  
  10:05 AM
  
  Cancún
  ADO Central bus station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from ViajoMucho goes from ADO Alterna Bus Station, Playa del Carmen (Mexico) at 4/5/2025 8:50:00 AM to ADO Central bus station, Cancún (Mexico) arriving at 4/5/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $8

Frequency of bus connections between Cárdenas and Cancún

See here how frequent the connections between Cárdenas and Cancún are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Cárdenas to Cancún. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Cárdenas and Cancún.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 5 buses from Cárdenas to Cancún, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cárdenas and Cancún, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cárdenas to Cancún

Compare all providers like Autobuses Unidos and ADO that travel 3 times every day by bus from Cárdenas to Cancún in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cárdenas to Cancún starting from $58!

Cheapest Bus	$58
Fastest Bus	15h 45m
Earliest Bus	5:00 PM
Latest Bus	6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	479.1 miles
Bus Companies	Autobuses Unidos and ADO

Cheapest bus connections from Cárdenas to Cancún

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cárdenas for Cancún: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/28/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/23

Monday 03/24

Tuesday 03/25

Wednesday 03/26

Thursday 03/27

Friday 03/28

Saturday 03/29

Sunday 03/30

Monday 03/31

$57

Tuesday 04/01

$57

Wednesday 04/02

$57

Thursday 04/03

$57

Friday 04/04

$57

Saturday 04/05

Sunday 04/06

$57

Monday 04/07

Tuesday 04/08

Wednesday 04/09

$57

Thursday 04/10

Friday 04/11

$58

Saturday 04/12

Sunday 04/13

$59

Monday 04/14

$57

Tuesday 04/15

$57

Wednesday 04/16

$61

Thursday 04/17

$61

Friday 04/18

$59

Saturday 04/19

The cheapest time to travel from Cárdenas to Cancún

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cárdenas to Cancún, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $58, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cárdenas to Cancún. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $61.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cárdenas to Cancún, with $58. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $58.

How to save money travelling from Cárdenas to Cancún

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cárdenas to Cancún in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cárdenas to Cancún, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cárdenas to Cancún are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cárdenas and Cancún

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cárdenas and Cancún.

Central Bus Station

Av de La Central 151

ADO Central bus station

Av Uxmal 1

Ultramar Playa Caracol Pier (Hotels Area)

Plaza Emprendedor

Puerto Juárez Ultramar Ferry

Carr. a Punta Sam Calle 49

Plaza Terra Viva

Av Nichupte, Mzna. 2 11

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cárdenas to Cancún

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cárdenas to Cancún? Or which bus companies serve the route Cárdenas to Cancún? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cárdenas to Cancún bus

How much does a Cárdenas Cancún bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $58 and takes 18h 0m to reach Cancún. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cárdenas to Cancún?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $58 and $73. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cancún.

On average, how many connections are available from Cárdenas to Cancún each day?

Every day, the Cárdenas to Cancún bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cárdenas to Cancún take?

The fastest bus from Cárdenas to Cancún is offered by ADO and takes 15h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $73. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cárdenas to Cancún?

The earliest bus arriving in Cancún from Cárdenas starts at 5:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cárdenas to Cancún?

The latest bus trip departing from Cárdenas for Cancún starts at 6:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cárdenas Cancún route?

When traveling by bus from Cárdenas to Cancún, passengers can travel with Autobuses Unidos and ADO. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cárdenas and Cancún?

You can check all the direct connections between Cárdenas and Cancún by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Autobuses Unidos and ADO.

What can I take with me on the Cárdenas to Cancún bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cárdenas Cancún bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cárdenas Cancún bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cárdenas to Cancún on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cárdenas to Cancún

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cárdenas and to Cancún

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cárdenas and to Cancún. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!