Last updated on December 12th, 2022 at 08:07 pm
We will write how to get from Holbox to Tulum by ferry and bus. The distance from Holbox to Tulum is 197 kilometers. Click here to book online Cancun activities and day trips
The travel time from Holbox to Tulum is around 3 hours by ferry and taxi. If you go by bus around 4 hours travel time. Read here how to get from Tulum to Holbox Island
The cheapest way from Holbox to Tulum is by ferry for $11 USD plus bus for $25 USD and you can book online total of $36 USD. If you go by taxi will be around $130-150 USD depending on your final destination. Read here Holbox vs Tulum
You can also rent a car in Chiquila or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi, the same price like Uber or similar apps.
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WHERE TO STAY IN TULUM
A total of $20 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Tulum. There are hotels mid-budget $50-70 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $120 USD.
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HOLBOX TO TULUM BY FERRY AND BUS
ADO BUS FROM HOLBOX TO TULUM (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Holbox to Tulum is by ferry and bus. There are just a few direct buses from Chiquila to Tulum. First you will have to take the ferry from Holbox to Chiquila Port. Once in Chiquila Port the best from Chiquila to Tulum.
ADO BUS SCHEDULE FROM CHIQUILA TO TULUM
The ADO Bus schedule from Chiquila to Tulum is starting at 1 pm, 3 45 pm, 5 45 pm and 7 pm. The ADO Bus in Chiquila is leaving from near Chiquila Port and getting to Tulum ADO Bus Terminal.
The bus fare from Chiquila to Tulum is around $25 USD (you can book online). The travel time from Chiquila to Tulum is around 3 hours and 30 minutes.
FERRY SCHEDULE FROM HOLBOX TO CHIQUILA
Once in Chiquila ADO Bus Terminal you will have to walk 2 minutes to the ferry port. The ferry schedule from Holbox to Chiquila is running every 30 minutes. There are two companies offering the ferry from Holbox to Chiquila: Holbox Express and 9 Hermanos.
9 Hermanos ferry is running every hour starting from 6 am to 9 pm. Check here 9 Hermanos ferry shcedule and fare. And Holbox Express is running every hour starting from 6 30 am to 9 30 pm. Check here Holbox Express ferry schedule and fare!
The ferry travel time from Holbox to Chiquila is 20 minutes. The ferry fare from Holbox to Chiquila is 220 MXN which is $11 USD.
The total bus fare from Holbox to Tulum is around $36 USD. The total travel time from Holbox to Tulum is around 4 hours (it can be longer depending on the traffic and waiting time).
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BY TAXI FROM HOLBOX TO TULUM
If you go from Holbox to Tulum by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Chiquila to Tulum is around 2 hours and 30 minutes. First you will get the ferry from Holbox to Chiquila for $11 USD and 30 minutes travel time.
The taxi fare from Chiquila to Tulum is around $130 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination
UBER FROM HOLBOX TO TULUM
If you are ordering Uber in Chiquila you should know that prices are similar to taxis and even more expensive. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pickup point in the airport. Expect to pay around $150 USD depending on your destination and time of the day.
CAR RENTAL AT CHIQUILA
There are many options for renting a car in Chiquila. It’s the most convenient option if you would like to visit around. It will take you 2 hours and 30 minutes to get to Tulum from Chiquila with a private car where you will have to take the ferry. A few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Centauro are available at the airport. Prices are around $30-40 USD per day.
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM HOLBOX TO TULUM
Hotel transfers are also straightforward and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort.
Prices are around $140 USD and you will be able to fit up to 3 people. It could be $45 USD per person. And for $170 USD and you will be able to fit 7 people. It will be around $25 USD per person. The prices are to get to Chiquila where you will get the ferry.
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BEST WAY FROM HOLBOX TO TULUM
The best way from Holbox to Tulum is getting by ferry from Chiquila to Holbox for $11 USD plus ADO Bus if you are traveling on a budget for $25 USD and you can book online and 4 hours travel time.
If you are traveling with more people you can try to get Uber or similar apps from Chiquila will take around 2 hours and 30 minutes by private transfer plus 30 minutes ferry from Holbox to Chiquila.
ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN TULUM
A total of $20 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Tulum. There are hotels mid-budget $50-70 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $120 USD.
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BEST TIME TO VISIT IN TULUM
There are 2 seasons dry and wet season. The rainy season starts in May. The best time to visit Tulum is from the months of November to April because it is the month of the dry season.
However, lots of tourists prefer to travel from January to March since it’s not peak season but it can be rainy for a few days.
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CASH IN MEXICO
Mexico has its own currency called the Mexican Peso. A $1 USD=19 MXN. There are lots of ATMs and exchange currency in many parts of the country. And you have to know that dollars is very common and well-accepted in the country.
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