How far are the Maya ruins from Cancun?

Distance from Cancun to Mayan Ruins Xcaret: 50 miles (1 hour 10 minutes) San Gervasio: 75 miles (3 hours including a ferry from Playa del Carmen) Tulum: 88 miles (2 hours) Coba: 98 miles (2.5 hours)



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Chichen Itza – Mexico The architectural styles of the area are said to be different than in any other Mayan city, which many historians believe is due to the diversity of the region. The area is the most visited archeological site in Mexico and roughly 1.2 million tourists comed to marvel at the ruins each year.

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Go from the lights and glitz of Cancun to ancient stone temples all in one trip. The vibrant city in Quintana Roo, Mexico, is surrounded by some of the world's most captivating ancient cities, built centuries ago by the Mayan civilization, which peaked around 250 to 900 A.D.

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No you can't go inside or up the stairs. Children are allowed and there is a restaurant there. Helpful?

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Yes! A self-guided walking tour of Tulum is the best way to explore everything that the fantastic site offers. Not only will the app give you directions on where to go, but it will also tell you all about the secret history of the Mayan empire.

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The distance from Cancun to Tulum is roughly 80 miles or 1 hour 45 minutes driving over Highway 307 and it's a pretty straight shot. However, depending on the amount of traffic, what part of Tulum you're staying in, and the mode of transport you take, it could take longer to get there.

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There is a lot to see at the Coba Ruins, so you will want to budget your time wisely. Most people will spend about three hours at the Coba Ruins. This will allow you plenty of time to see all of the fascinating sites and get an amazing glimpse at the rise and fall of an amazingly advanced civilization.

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Is Tulum safer than Cancun? Not really. They're both generally safe. The key difference is that Cancun's mainstream holidaymakers tend to stick more to their hotels, especially the all-inclusives.

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If you wish, you can hire a guide to take you around the ruins for around 600 pesos (~ 30 USD). I think visiting Tulum ruins without a tour guide is also possible since each site has an English and Spanish sign to help you understand what you are seeing.

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The short answer: No, it isn't that dangerous. Is it extremely dangerous to leave the resort in Mexico? I've been all over the Yucatan and never experienced any problems. I've walked away from the resort area and into the city of Cancun and have never been shot or beheaded.

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