Last updated on January 29th, 2023 at 09:47 am
How To Get From Bacalar to Chetumal – You can go by bus, van, taxi, Uber and private transfer. The distance from Bacalar to Chetumal is 38 kilometers. Click here to book online Bacalar activities and day tours
The travel time by taxi from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 30 minutes. The taxi fare from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 500-600 MXN which is $30 USD. Read here how to get from Chetumal to Bacalar the reverse way.
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What Is The Cheapest Way From Bacalar to Chetumal?
The cheapest way from Bacalar to Chetumal is by bus or shared van for $6 USD and you can book online. The bus travel time from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 40 minutes.
You can also rent a car in Bacalar or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi, same price like Uber or similar apps in Mexico.
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WHERE TO STAY IN CHETUMAL
A total of $20 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Chetumal. There are hotels mid-budget $50-70 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $120 USD.
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HOW TO GET FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
ADO BUS FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Bacalar to Chetumal is by bus. There are buses leaving depending on the season from Bacalar ADO Bus Terminal to Chetumal Bus Terminal.
BUS SCHEDULE FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
The bus schedule from Bacalar to Chetumal is leaving almost every hour during the daytime if you book in advance from Bacalar ADO Bus Terminal and get to Chetumal Bus Terminal.
The bus fare from Bacalar to Chetumal is around $6 USD. The bus travel time from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 40 minutes. You can pay by cash at the ticket counter and book online.
COLECTIVO OR SHAREd VAN BACALAR TO CHETUMAL(BEST WAY)
The colectivo or shared van (yellow color) is leaving from Bacalar Road outside the town. The shared van schedule is leaving from 6 am to 6 pm from Bacalar to Chetumal almost every hour.
The shared van fare from Bacalar to Chetumal is around $6 USD. The van travel time from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 40 minutes.
BY TAXI FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
If you go from Bacalar to Chetumal by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Bacalar to Chetumal is around 30 minutes.
The taxi fare from Bacalar to Chetumal is around $30 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination
UBER FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
If you are ordering Uber in Bacalar and Chetumal you should know that prices are similar to taxis or even more expensive. You can pre-book with the Uber app and go to the pickup point. Expect to pay around $30 USD depending on your destination and time of the day.
CAR RENTAL AT BACALAR
There are many options for renting a car in Bacalar. It’s the most convenient option and it will take you 30 minutes to get to Chetumal from Bacalar in a private car perfect if you are planning to move around. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Centauro available. Prices are around $30-40 USD per day.
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort. Prices are around $60 USD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $15 USD per person.
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BEST WAY FROM BACALAR TO CHETUMAL
The best way from Bacalar to Chetumal is getting by bus or shared van if you are traveling on a budget for $6 USD and you can book online and 40 minutes travel time.
If you are traveling with more people or with so much luggage you can try to get Uber or similar apps from Bacalar will take around 30 minutes.
BEST TIME TO VISIT IN CHETUMAL
There is 2 seasons dry and wet season. The rainy season starts in May. The best time to visit Chetumal 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 are very common and well-accepted in the country.
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