Transfers Countries Mexico CancunCancun to Tulum

Private car transfer from Cancun to Tulum

Door-to-door
in 1 h 40 min

From €14
per seat

Comfortable
car

One way

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New

One way

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

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Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Cancun.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 1 h 40 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Tulum.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

124 km1 h 40 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Cancun to Tulum

When is the best time to visit Tulum?

The best time to visit Tulum is in the winter, spring, or early summer. December through April is peak season, with another spike in July and August. March sees a huge influx of people coming for Spring Break, but time your visit for May and you'll find fewer people, cheaper rates, and still-perfect weather.

When is hurricane season in Tulum?

Hurricane season in Tulum is from June through November. Hurricane season is also called rainy season because even when there aren't hurricanes, there is increased rainfall.

What is the best way to travel from Cancun to Tulum?

A private car with Daytrip is the best way to get from Cancun to Tulum if you want a comfortable, convenient, and enriching trip. It's also the fastest way to travel. If you're on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to get from Cancun to Tulum, while a shared shuttle balances the benefits of both.

What is the original name of Tulum?

Tulum, originally named Zama, translating to "sunrise" in Mayan, later adopted its current name, meaning "wall," referencing the fortifications surrounding the city. Tulum stood as one of the last Mayan cities inhabited post-Spanish conquest.

What is the most visited archaeological site in Tulum?

The Tulum Ruins claim the title of the most visited archaeological site in Tulum. Comprising structures like the Castillo, Temple of the Frescoes, and Temple of the Descending God, these ruins offer historical richness.

What is the most unique feature of Tulum?

Tulum boasts the world's longest underwater cave system, a haven for divers and snorkelers. Known as Sac Actun, meaning "white cave" in Mayan, it spans an impressive 215 miles, formed by the collapse of limestone bedrock, creating cenotes. These sinkholes, connected by underground passages, unveil archaeological and geological wonders, including ancient Mayan artifacts, fossils, and stalactites.

Visit these sights on the way

Playa Delfines

Playa Delfines is popular with local surfers and is located right in the heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone. Surf like the dolphins

Jardin Botanico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marin

One of the largest nature reserves in Mexico, this lush patch of jungle is home to the last troop of spider monkeys on the coast. The Jungle Troop

Cenote Chaak Tun

Sunlight and trees pour into a small hole in the heart of this stunning underground cenote ornamented by beautiful cave formations. Light in the Dark

Chikin Ha

Three beautiful cenotes allow visitors to swim in and under the lush tropical forest, and partake in a Mayan ritual. Tres Treats

Two Eyes Cenote

These pools of impossibly clear water are the gateway to one of the world’s longest underwater cave systems. A Diver's Delight

Coba

The largest network of Mayan highways radiates out from the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan located in the heart of this ancient city. The High Road

Why travelers love this route

5,100+ reviews

5 reviews for this route
27,192 travelers took this route with us

Oct 2, 2025

Great transfer option.

“I used this service for a transfer from Split in Croatia to Perast Montenegro. My experience was exceptional. My driver Bojan was helpful, informative and ensured my journey was comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend the service.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Robyn C

Sep 20, 2025

It was a fantastic trip.

“We were extremely satisfied with the quality of service we received from Day Trip. We had two Day Trip rides on August 31 from Athens to Lefkada and September 7 from Lefkada back to Athens. Both trips included stops at scenic sites in Greece. Both drivers were excellent and accommodating. However, we’d especially like to recognize Panos Peppas, who was our driver from Lefkada to Athens. Panos was incredibly nice & pleasant and delivered outstanding customer service, which included handling all of luggage, providing us with cold waters throughout the trip, providing us protein bars, providing us with printed materials on the Corinth Canal (one of scenic stops), looking up and providing us with terminal & gate info for our flight back home and providing us with a recipe for tzatziki.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Daydream20046758137

Sep 15, 2025

Best transport company anywhere

“We absolutely love this company and have used it many times over the years to get from A to B without the hassle of hiring a car ourselves. Excellent drivers every time. Efficient and professional. It’s worth every penny and we can honestly recommend Day Trip to everyone. It’s 5 star rating is well deserved.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Mary L

Aug 20, 2025

Excellent experience in traveling

“We traveled from Nuremberg to Munich in a beautiful Audi. Driver picked us at our hotel at the exact time requested. Got us to Munich in plenty of time for our next tour. Driver made sure we were comfortable”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Steve N

Apr 22, 2025

Reasonably Priced and Safe Transportation

“Gonzalo from daytrip was our driver and he was absolutely amazing. He went over and beyond trying to locate us as our service wasn't so good on our phones. He patiently awaited our arrival to the lobby so he could take us from Tulum Dreams Resort to our other hotel in cancun an hour and a half away near the airport prior to our departure flight home. He was polite, respectful and kind. Made sure we were comfortable during our long ride. Fast and to the point. I recommend this company as finding a one way ride from Tulum to Cancun isn't easy or cheap and this company provides a great service for a great price. I will definitely be using them again whenever I'm in the Cancun/Tulum area. Thank you DayTrip and Gonzola.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler COCO

Jun 13, 2023

Will be using again!

“Great and safe service! I would highly recommend booking with them from cancun to tulum. We felt safe and the communication was on point! We still tipped well after and both drivers were grateful. One let us stop to use the restroom and grab food and the other offered perrier water. Thanks!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Culture547099

Jan 25, 2023

BEST Cancun --> Tulum TRANSFER!

“I cannot recommend Daytrip enough for your transfer from Cancun airport to your specific Tulum location! With day trip, you can also make custom stops and special excursions along the way! First of all, our driver Ricardo was the absolute best! He WAS EARLY to the airport, called me to let me know where he would be waiting and what he was wearing so I would be able to find him better (even sent a picture of himself so we would feel more comfortable). We also had a scheduled stop and needed to make changes to it and he worked so hard to accommodate us. AND THEN, he was so kind and easy to talk to; spoke PERFECT English but was willing to help me practice my (bad) Spanish! Would highly recommend to anyone coming to this area!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler jaimepants

Jan 11, 2023

Great and seamless experience

“This was the first time I used this service and it was easy to use, seamless, a nice car and helpful driver. Transferred from a hotel in Tulum, Mexico to Cancun.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler RaduA692

Oct 26, 2021

Safe and Secure

“Exceptional service. Comfortable, safe for a female traveling alone. Reasonably priced. It was my first time in Cancun, Mexico. My Spanish was limited, nice to have someone speak english and give you direction at the sites I booked them twice on my trip, with tours on the way to my destination.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Trek746130

May 10, 2021

Cancun to Tulum

“We had an absolutely amazing ride with Cuauhtemoc from Cancun to Tulum. The ride was smooth, on time and as a added bonus Temo was very informative about Cancun, Tulum and everywhere in between! By far he was the best driver we had the entire time! Also the van was very sanitized and we felt very safe . 5 stars and way to go from Andrew and Lara. Book with Daytrip and if you're lucky you will get Temo!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler andrewwE1487VT

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.

For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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