The Tren Maya is a modern transportation option in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. It has gradually established connections with other destinations in and outside Quintana Roo.
A few months ago, the Tren Maya route to Playa del Carmen was on hold. However, on August 15, 2026, the route resumed commercial operations.
Tren Maya from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen
The Tren Maya is back in Playa del Carmen! The route has reconnected Cancun Airport directly with this Riviera Maya destination, with trips of approximately 50 minutes. This makes it easier for all travelers, including tourists and Mexican families, to get around.
The route also operates four trips daily, with the following schedules:
- Cancun – Playa del Carmen: 6:45 AM and 10:30 AM
- Playa del Carmen – Cancun: 7:47 AM and 12:00 PM
Tren Maya Station in Playa del Carmen
It is important to know where you will arrive after taking the Tren Maya from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen. There will be two routes operating in Playa del Carmen:
- Playa–Plaza Playacar Station: Stops at Quinta Alegría, Plaza 28 de Julio, CAPTA, and Playacar.
- Playa Riviera Maya Hotels Station: Offers service along Federal Highway 37 to the Mayan Palace Hotel.
Tren Maya Ticket Prices to Playa del Carmen
Traveling from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen on the Tren Maya costs MXN $232 for international tourists.
You can check the schedules and availability on the official Tren Maya website.
What Is Included in Your Tren Maya Ticket to Playa del Carmen?
Your ticket includes an assigned seat in the class you choose, as well as the luggage allowance described below. The main differences between the classes are the amount of space and the onboard service. Premier class offers wider seats, three seats per row, and food service. Tourist class has four seats per row and is the basic fare. Both classes travel on the same train and arrive at the same time.
What is NOT included and what you should know before buying your ticket:
Transfers from the station are not included. Almost none of the stations are located in the city centers they serve. In Playa del Carmen, the station is nine kilometers from Fifth Avenue; in Merida, it is 14 kilometers from the city center; and in Campeche, it is 15 kilometers away. You must pay for these transfers separately.
Entrance fees to archaeological sites are not included. These fees are charged by INAH, and some sites also have additional fees charged by other organizations.
About round-trip tickets: The booking website offers two options: one-way and round-trip tickets. However, with dynamic pricing, each trip is priced separately based on its travel date. This means your return trip could cost much more than your outbound trip.