Getting to Rio Lagartos | Bus Schedules & Travel Guide
Traveling by bus is a convenient and frequent option. Please note: All buses from major cities connect in Tizimín. From Tizimín, you can continue to Río Lagartos via bus, collective van, or taxi.
Pro Tip: Bus schedules change occasionally. We recommend arriving at the terminal 20 minutes early to verify the exact departure time.
Step 1: Traveling to Tizimín
| From | Bus Line | Departure Times (Approximate) |
| Mérida | NORESTE (Calle 50 x 67) | 6:45 am, 9:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 5:30 pm (Direct) |
| Mérida | ADO (Main Terminal) | Frequent daily service |
| Cancún | ADO (Main Terminal) | 3:30 am, 4:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:15 pm, 6:00 pm |
| Valladolid | ADO (Main Terminal) | Service every 45–60 mins starting at 5:30 am until 4:45 pm |
Step 2: From Tizimín to Río Lagartos
Once you arrive in Tizimín, you have three easy options to reach the coast:
- NORESTE Bus:
- Direct: 5:00 am, 6:30 am
- Via San Felipe: 9:15 am, 11:15 am, 2:15 pm, 4:15 pm, 7:45 pm
- Other routes: 4:30 am (via Espita), 10:00 am (via Panaba)
- Shared Vans (Colectivos):
- Located in the Super Willy’s parking lot (one block from the bus stations). These are faster and depart as soon as they are full.
- Taxis:
- Available directly in front of the bus stations. This is the fastest and most private option.
Returning: From Río Lagartos to Tizimín & Beyond
- Bus Departures: 5:30 am, 6:30 am, 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:15 pm.
- Vans: Shared vans are available throughout the day and can often pick you up directly at your hotel.
Connections from Tizimín:
- To Mérida: 5:30 am, 6:45 am, 7:30 am, 12:00 pm, 6:30 pm.
- To Cancún: 3:30 am, 5:15 am, 6:15 am, 8:30 am, 12:15 pm, 2:30 pm, 5:15 pm.
- To Valladolid: Frequent service from 5:30 am to 7:30 pm.
Need Help?
If you have questions about your arrival or need to coordinate a pickup, please feel free to contact Rio Lagartos Adventures.
