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Cancún Airport to Playa del Carmen: Every Transport Option Compared

Compare shuttle, colectivo, taxi and private transfer from Cancún Airport to Playa del Carmen by price and travel time.

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Alexander

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Arrivals area at Cancún International Airport

Private transfer

The most comfortable and predictable choice; book ahead for a fixed price with no negotiating on arrival.

Shared shuttle

Cheaper than a private transfer, but with several stops and a longer journey.

Colectivo (shared minibus)

The most budget-friendly option. It leaves when full and drops passengers at multiple points along the way.

Taxi

Available, but prices vary a lot; agree on the fare before you get in if it isn’t a metered service.

Quick comparison

OptionPrice levelTravel time
Private transfer$$$45 min
Shared shuttle$$60–75 min
Colectivo$60–90 min
Taxi$$–$$$45–60 min
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