How far is Cancun from Tulum in minutes?

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 are two different modes of transportation from Cancun Airport to Tulum; taxi or bus. The Cancun Airport taxis will take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to reach Tulum and cost approximately $110 (MXN 2,200).

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Your day trip to Tulum from Cancun could not be any easier. And by the way, if you're coming from Playa del Carmen, the same directions apply, only the drive is much shorter, at about 64 kilometers. If driving is not an option for you, you can opt to ride a bus, minivan, or car.

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If you're spending a few days in Cancun first (check out our list of things to do in Cancun), the bus is the best option to travel from downtown Cancun to Tulum. The ADO bus from Cancun leaves from the bus station and runs multiple times per hour.

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The distance from Cancun to Tulum is about 131 kilometers (81 miles). The journey by road takes between 1.5-2 hours depending on traffic and climatic conditions.

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They both offer beautiful beaches, breathtaking coastlines, and comforting weather. Their main differences rest in the type of experience you are looking for. Cancun tends to be more upbeat and caters more to the tourist crowd. Tulum is more relaxing and gives you a greater authentic local experience.

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While a lot can be seen in just a day or even in 36 hours in Tulum, I recommend a minimum of at least three days. These three days should be ideal for experiencing Tulum's vibrant culture, upscale nightlife, and most of the famous cenotes, ruins, and beaches.

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Tulum, Mexico is a vacation hotspot known for its white sand beaches, eco-chic luxury hotels, and Mayan ruins overlooking the sea.

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Although one day in Tulum is kind of short, but if you plan it ahead, you can make the most out of it. And make sure to rent a car (it's very affordable)! Below is my recommended itinerary for an one-day trip to Tulum based on my own experience from my last 5-day trip.

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Three days in Tulum is enough to explore the main attractions, such as the Tulum archeological site, the beaches, and some cenotes. However, if you want to truly immerse yourself in the local culture, relax on the beach, and explore the surrounding areas, consider a longer stay.

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Lastly, we only think Tulum is worth visiting on a day trip if it's coupled with other attractions, such as lagoons, cenotes and beaches. Our tour visited the hidden underwater cave of Cenote El Sueño and this was honestly the best part of our entire day trip. Once in a lifetime experience.

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No, there is no Uber in Tulum and I would recommend avoiding Taxis, as they charge outrageous rates and that is why I recommend renting a car.

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Rideshare Apps Won't Work in Tulum Save yourself the trouble, and don't try to find an Uber or Lyft while in Tulum. You'll need to rely on other forms of transportation, so you may need to plan ahead a bit further than you do in other vacation destinations.

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Where do Celebrities Stay in Tulum? A few celebrities, such as Paris Hilton, Kristen Cavallari, and Drew Barrymore, have been spotted in Tulum at Habitas, Azulik, and Amansala Resort & Spa.

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Back then it was a paradise place with crystalline turquoise sea, perfect white beaches, almost no people to have your privacy and mysterious romantic pyramids. Since then it was a place where rich and famous would come to let their hair down, walk without the shoes, relax and don't worry to be spotted.

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November and early December are great times to visit Tulum since the weather is pleasant (temperatures range from the low 70s to low 80s) and the crowds are thinner than they are in late winter and early spring.

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November and early December are great times to visit Tulum since the weather is pleasant (temperatures range from the low 70s to low 80s) and the crowds are thinner than they are in late winter and early spring.

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November and early December are great times to visit Tulum since the weather is pleasant (temperatures range from the low 70s to low 80s) and the crowds are thinner than they are in late winter and early spring.

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Tulum is a must visit. The access fee is $90 pesos and the visit timetable is 8 am to 5 pm, everyday. It is important to mention that it is necessary to park the your car at the shopping center's parking lot when arriving through the main ruins entrance.

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