How do I get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun Airport?
Post by Kelly McLaughlin
Mar 03, 2024.
How
do I get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun Airport? How do you get to
Puerto Morelos from Cancun Airport? Getting around Cancun and the Riviera Maya is relatively easy and there are
several options for the savvy travelers who visit this chic seaside Mexican Caribbean destination simply and
lovingly known as “Playa”.
Puerto Morelos is located 52 kms/32 miles south of the Cancun airport, halfway between Cancun and
Playa del Carmen. Getting to downtown Puerto Morelos you’ll find a dynamic beach vibe with hip boutique
hotels, great views and ocean breeze and an artistic cultural scene. The areas surrounding downtown Puerto Morelos
include exclusive world-class resorts and luxurious vacation rentals and Airbnbs. Getting to your Puerto Morelos
vacation rental from Cancun or getting to downtown Puerto Morelos hotels or resorts is easiest with private
transportation with a reputable company.
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How to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun by local bus?
You can get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun via ADO buses, one of the most popular means among
Quintana Roo residents. This is due to the affordable price and the reliability of the service. ADO buses from
Cancun to Puerto Morelos are usually punctual, safe, and more comfortable than collective vans, in general, they
are a good option in getting to Puerto Morelos from Cancun. The ADO bus stops running from the airport before or
around midnight *depends on terminal.
The ADO bus stations are located in strategic points in the state of Quintana Roo, and connect
downtown Cancun with the airport and, basically, any destination you want to travel to in the Yucatan Peninsula.
The central station is located in downtown Cancun, (Pino Street, between Tulúm and Uxmal
avenues); inside the Cancun International Airport; and one station in Puerto Morelos. You can purchase your ADO
bus tickets to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun through the official website, their app or directly at the
ticket offices, before midnight.
Payments can be made with your credit or debit card; unlike collective vans, which charge cash
and pay directly to the driver.
You can make your payment in dollars or Mexican pesos; We recommend that you do it in Mexican
pesos so that you do not spend more with the currency exchange.
ADO Bus Route to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun specifications:
- - The distance between Cancun and Puerto Morelos is approximately 25 kilometers and the duration of the
journey is between 35 minutes and 45 minutes.
- - The cost of the trip is approximately MXN 110 (USD 5.50)
- - The ADO company does not charge extra charges for overweight luggage, great news if you are looking to
save your pesos!
How to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun by Collective Service?
Combis are another alternative to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun with the local companies
Playa Express and the Foreign Collective Service. They are vans, which resemble a minibus, where 15 passengers
can fit (counting the driver) and operate several routes constantly, both during the day and at night.
This means of transport is the most used by locals in the area, since it is quite effective to
travel to their work areas at a low cost, and due to the large number of stops on the routes. It is a practical
and safe transport although less comfortable than the ADO buses. The Playa Express service is operated by a
private company while the Foreign Collective Service is provided by a taxi drivers union.
It is a practical choice; however, it is not as comfortable as ADO buses, and accidents tend to
occur periodically, due to drivers not respecting traffic signs, speed limits, and maximum passenger capacity.
Between the two companies, the safest are the Playa Express vans. But if you are going to
travel at night, you can only use the Foreign Collective Service since it is the only one that makes the journey
from Cancun to Tulum at night.
There are several areas where you can make the bus stop. In Cancun you can take the service
near the ADO station; and in Playa del Carmen, the stop is very close to Fifth Avenue.
There are several areas where you can make the van stop. In Cancun you can take the service
near the ADO station; and in Playa del Carmen, the stop is very close to Fifth Avenue.
Do not worry! Here you will find the exact addresses:
- - Playa Express:
Cancun: In front of the ADO bus terminal.
Playa del Carmen: street 2 with avenue 20.
- - Groups of the Foreign Collective Service:
Cancun: Tulum Avenue, next to the ADO Bus terminal and the
“Soriana” shopping center.
Playa del Carmen: street 2 with avenue 20 and avenue 25.
Course specifications:
- - The duration of the journey is between 40 minutes to an hour; It will depend on the number of stops that
the same passengers ask the driver before arriving at the stop in Puerto Morelos.
- - In the transfer on the federal highway, there are no designated or established stops, local people stand
on the side of the road and the drivers already know that they are waiting to be picked up to go somewhere;
the wait used to take between 10 to 30 minutes; however, with the pandemic, those times have doubled.
- - Foreign Collective Services vans circulate every day, 24 hours a day, regardless of holidays.
- - The price ranges from MXN 35 to MXN 40 each way, that is, between USD 1.75 to USD 2, it is paid in cash
and directly to the driver; to whom you have to tell where you are going so that he knows how much to charge
you; If you are not easily located, ask the driver to notify you when you arrive at your destination.
How to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun by rental car?
Renting a car in Cancun is an excellent option if you plan to visit various points of the
Riviera Maya and the Yucatan Peninsula on your own, without worrying about departure times or buying tickets.
The highways of the state of Quintana Roo, including the route from Cancun to Puerto Morelos,
are in good condition. And the directional signs are clear enough so that you can easily reach your destination.
Many companies provide this service, and you could do online research to choose the one that
best suits your needs; or evaluate the options found within the Cancun International Airport.
However, we recommend that you book your rental online and in advance; to make the process
faster and ensure a lower rate.
Specifications:
- - Whether you are Mexican or foreign, you will need an official ID, a valid driver's license, and a credit
card to be able to rent a car.
- - Rental prices range from MXN 400 to MXN 2,100 per day, an approximate of USD 20 to USD 100.
- - Apart from the maps of your GPS on your Smartphone, we recommend that you request the maps with the most
famous or recognized sites in the area, this will help you locate and/or ask for recommendations.
If you plan to visit various points of the Riviera Maya and the Yucatan Peninsula in a freer
and private way, without worrying about departure times or buying tickets, renting a car is an excellent option.
How to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun by taxi?
Among all the options to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun, perhaps the least recommended is to
travel by taxi. Unfortunately, the costs are very high and there appears to be no set base rate, meaning the
price may vary depending on the driver. It is not legal to hail a taxi at the Cancun Airport and rideshare apps
like Uber are not permitted.
How to get to Puerto Morelos from the Cancun airport with private transportation?
The most comfortable and cost effective way to get to Puerto Morelos from Cancun is with a
reputable private transportation company like Happy Shuttle Cancun.
Happy Shuttle Cancun is a family-run business, a
Cancun transportation company with more than 10 years of experience, offering transfers from Cancun Airport to
Puerto Morelos and all destinations in the Mexican Caribbean.
We know that when you travel, you arrive tired and the last thing you want is to worry about
your Cancun
airport transfer to Puerto Morelos, so we take care of the logistics and offer you the best prices, the
friendliest drivers and the most reliable service. Reserving your private Puerto Morelos transfers with Happy
Shuttle Cancun ensures safety, comfort and a peace of mind knowing that you are in good hands.
Happy Shuttle Cancun is standing by, you can communicate with us 24 hours a day, seven days a
week, all to ensure that you have the best Puerto Morelos vacation with no worries about your Cancun airport
transportation.