The famous island, which has one of the best diving in the world, is a practically certain destination for anyone visiting Riviera Mayano Mexico. But How to go to Cozumel? What is the best way to get there from Playa del Carmen or Cancún?
There are those who arrive from ship or even by planebut in this post we give all the tips and show how easy it is to visit the place for those already in the region. There are so many boats per day that you You don’t even need to buy your ticket in advance.
HOW TO GO TO COZUMEL
Just like many people do, we divide our days on the Yucatan Peninsula between Cancun and Playa del Carmen. It’s worth it, as the two cities are very different and both have many attractions in the surrounding area.
If you do the same, leave it to go to Cozumel when you are staying in Playa. In the city, we stayed in Antera Hotel & Residencewhich has good value for money and a perfect location.
We liked a lot! And from there it’s just a few meters to the pier where the boats depart.
FROM PLAYA DEL CARMEN
As I said, Playa del Carmen is the best starting point If your question is how to go to Cozumel. You boats leave every hour entre 7h e 23h a partir do pier on the central beach of the city.
There are two companies that make the route: Overseas (a mais famosa) huh Winjet, which usually has slightly cheaper prices. To buy the tickets You won’t even have to work, just approach the pier to see a sea of vendors offering you the next game.
That is to say: if you are also from boat to Isla Mujeresyou can buy a ticket to Cozumel via Ultramar and get a discount. The ticket is open-dated and you can use it whenever you want.
I’ve never been on a Winjet, but Ultramar boats are comfortable, there is an open space and also comfortable seats on air-conditioned floors. There is even a little bar in the ferry.
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HOW TO GO TO COZUMEL FROM CANCÚN
If you are in Cancún and want to visit Cozumel, you will need to go to Playa del Carmen. Some agencies usually sell the transfer + the boat, but the price may be a little more expensive.
I think that It’s only worth it if you’re going on a full tour, which usually includes a boat trip and even diving in Cozumel, many including drinks and even lunch. An example you can see in this link.
For those who want to go on their own, it’s not complicated. If you are in the Hotel Zone of Cancún, you only have to go to the Center (you can even take a shuttle bus).
From the Cancun Bus Terminal, buses depart from ADO every 30min to Playa del Carmen. When you arrive, the bus station will be less than 400m from the pier (see map below). Then just follow the steps I indicated above.
Those coming from Cancún airport can also take ADO buses to the same tourist bus terminal in Playa.
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RIGHT FROM COZUMEL
If you are going back the same day or even staying in Cozumel, You don’t necessarily need to buy a return ticket with a timetable scheduled return. You can ask the employee to leave it open.
This way you have more freedom to return according to how much you want to enjoy the island or, if you are staying there, at a time you decide later.
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Do you have any further questions about how to go to Cozumel from Playa del Carmen or Cancún? Leave your comment and we will do our best to help!
Rafael Carvalho
A native of Minas Gerais, a fan of chicken with okra and good beer, he currently lives in São Paulo. He has a degree in Radio and TV, a postgraduate degree in Journalism and has worked with Digital Content for over 16 years. He has worked for companies such as SBT and Jovem Pan FM. Passionate about traveling, he founded Esse Mundo É Nosso and travels around Brazil and the world all year round, always looking for tips to share.
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