Isla Mujeres Ferry from Cancun: Schedule, Prices & How to Get There

Quick Answer

The only way to get to Isla Mujeres is by ferry from Cancun.

Most travelers take the Ultramar ferry from Puerto Juárez (Gran Puerto terminal), which runs frequently throughout the day and takes about 30 minutes. If you are arriving at Cancun Airport, you will first need transportation to the ferry terminal before crossing to Isla Mujeres. This is the standard route used by both locals and visitors traveling between Cancun and Isla Mujeres.

How do you get to Isla Mujeres from Cancun?

The only way is by boat, and it’s a fabulously fun way to kick off your tropical escape. Sail across crystalline turquoise waters, feel the ocean breeze, and leave your worries on shore.

The Ultramar ferry from Puerto Juárez is the easiest and most reliable way to get to Isla Mujeres. Easy peasy, fresh and breezy.

Isla Mujeres Ferry Schedule and Prices

The Ultramar ferry from Cancun to Isla Mujeres runs frequently throughout the day, making it one of the easiest and most flexible ways to reach the island. The crossing takes about 30 minutes.

Ferry departs from: Gran Puerto Ferry Terminal, Puerto Juárez, Cancun

Ferry arrives at: Isla Mujeres

Travel time: 30 minutes

Distance: 7 km (4 miles)

Price: Ferry tickets cost approximately 290 MXN ($15–17 USD) one way and 580 MXN ($30–35 USD) round-trip.

Prices may vary slightly depending on exchange rate and season.

Schedule from Cancun to Isla Mujeres:

5:30, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30, 22:30, 23:30

Schedule from Isla Mujeres to Cancun:

6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00

Where does the ferry to Isla Mujeres depart from?

Gran Puerto Ferry Terminal

The ferry departs from Puerto Juárez, about 20–30 minutes from Cancun Airport. This is the main terminal for Ultramar ferries and the most common departure point for travelers heading to Isla Mujeres.

How to get from Cancun Airport to the Isla Mujeres ferry

The ferry terminal is not located at Cancun Airport, so you will need transportation to Puerto Juárez first.

The easiest way to get there is with a pre-booked Cancun shuttle to the Isla Mujeres ferry.

At Happy Shuttle Cancun, we manage Cancun Airport to Isla Mujeres transfers every day.

Getting to Isla Mujeres isn’t complicated, but the transition from the airport to the ferry terminal is where most trips can feel stressful if it’s not planned ahead. Our private Cancun Airport transfers to Puerto Juárez are designed to make that part simple, direct, and completely smooth.

You land, you meet your driver in uniform, and you go straight to the ferry terminal. No guesswork, no delays, no stress.

Distance from Cancun Airport: 21 km (13 miles)
Travel time: approximately 30 minutes
Booking in advance means:

• no waiting
• no confusion

• no negotiating
  

Real talk: What the ferry experience is actually like

As a Cancun local, the Isla Mujeres ferry represents some of my favorite moments in life.

I have visited Isla Mujeres countless times and have some incredible memories of the crossing. The first time on the ferry… everyone remembers it. A little nervous, a lot excited, and completely blown away by the colors of the water.

Your first time on the Isla Mujeres ferry has got to be on the upper deck, breathing in the ocean air and letting the Cancun sun warm your soul.

I also remember bringing my baby on the ferry in 2005 and watching him take his first steps on Playa Norte. Trips with my parents visiting from Canada, sharing Isla Mujeres with them… those are the moments that stay with you.

Best way to get to Isla Mujeres from Cancun Airport

If you want the smoothest experience, book your airport transfer and ferry tickets together.
Your relaxing vacation should start with a stress-free travel day.
With a combo:

• no lines at the ferry
• no confusion
• no stress

You arrive ready to enjoy Isla Mujeres from the moment you land.

Final tips before you go

The ferry is easy.
Getting there is the part most travelers underestimate.

Plan that part ahead, and your trip to Isla Mujeres starts exactly how it should: relaxed, simple, and already feeling like vacation.

FAQ

How do you get to Isla Mujeres from Cancun?

You take a ferry from Puerto Juárez in Cancun. The ride takes about 30 minutes.

How long is the ferry to Isla Mujeres?

The ferry ride takes approximately 30 minutes.

How much is the ferry to Isla Mujeres?

Ferry tickets cost approximately 290 MXN ($15–17 USD) one way and 580 MXN ($30–35 USD) round-trip.

Can you go directly from Cancun Airport to Isla Mujeres?

No. You must first travel to the ferry terminal, then take the ferry to Isla Mujeres.