How to Get to Bacalar Mexico

Complete Transportation Guide to the Lagoon of Seven Colors

Discover all options to reach Bacalar Mexico: from Cancún, Tulum, or by direct flight. Detailed plans, schedules and practical tips.

Cancun to Bacalar (3 hours)

ADO Bus - Recommended Option

Daily Schedules:

  • • 07:00 → 10:30 (3h30 min)
  • • 11:45 → 15:15 (3h30 min)
  • • 15:30 → 19:00 (3h30 min)
  • • 19:45 → 23:15 (3h30 min)

Practical Information:

  • • Price: 400-500 MXN (~$20-25 USD)
  • • Departure: ADO Terminal Cancun
  • • Arrival: Bacalar Bus Station
  • • Online booking recommended

💡 Pro Tip:

Book your ADO ticket online at ado.com.mx or buy directly at the terminal. Buses are comfortable with air conditioning and WiFi.

Tulum to Bacalar (1 hour)

Transportation Options

ADO Bus

Frequent departures every 2 hours from 6 AM to 10 PM

Price: 80-120 MXN (~$4-6 USD)

Collectivo (Shared Van)

Economical local transport, departs when vehicle is full

Price: 60-80 MXN (~$3-4 USD)

Private Taxi

Direct and comfortable transport, ideal with luggage

Price: 800-1200 MXN (~$40-60 USD)

Flights to Bacalar Mexico

Chetumal Airport

Closest airport to Bacalar (30 minutes by car)

  • • Flights from Mexico City
  • • Flights from Monterrey
  • • International connections via Mexico
  • • Car rental available

Cancun Airport

Direct international flights + 3 hours drive to Bacalar

  • • Direct flights from Europe
  • • Direct flights from USA
  • • Wider choice of airlines
  • • Ground transport then required

📝 Practical Tips for Your Trip

Best Time to Visit

  • • High season: December to April
  • • Dry weather: November to May
  • • Budget-friendly: May to October
  • • Avoid: September-October (hurricane season)

What to Pack

  • • Mexican pesos (MXN) cash
  • • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • • Swimwear and towel
  • • Waterproof camera