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The Accidental Gringo

Transportation finder

Getting to Isla Mujeres

Compare the complete move—time, luggage, cost, ferry connections and the return—not just the cheapest number.

8 core routes5 transfer companies4 ADO references

Core routes

1 route matches

These are broad planning references, not live traffic or a fare guarantee. Confirm the exact route before leaving.

Ferry20 km

Cancún → Isla Mujeres

Typical time20 min ferry
Lowest-cost optionUltramar
Fastest optionPrivate boat
Taxi: USD 15–30 to terminalPrivate transfer: VariesFerry involved

Ferry required

Important: airport rules, terminal access, ferry schedules, road traffic and operator prices can change. Use the official operator for final confirmation.

Direct service research

Transfer companies

ET

eTransfers

Yucatán Peninsula

SharedPrivateLuxury
BD

BD Experience

Riviera Maya

SharedPrivateLuxury

ADO

Bus references

Cancún → Playa del Carmen1 hr-15 USD · Very frequent
Cancún → Tulum2.5 hr-25 USD · Frequent
Cancún → Valladolid2.5 hr-25 USD · Frequent
Playa del Carmen → Mérida5-6 hr-40 USD · Daily

Regional gateways

Airports

CUN
Cancún InternationalCancún/Riviera MayaLargest airport
TQO
Tulum InternationalTulumNew airport
CZM
CozumelCozumelIsland airport
MID
MéridaYucatánRegional hub
CTM
ChetumalSouth Quintana RooGateway to Bacalar