Private car transfer from Cancun to Bacalar

Overview: car trip from Cancun to Bacalar

With Cancun believed to be the heart of the Mexican Caribbean, it's no wonder you've found yourself in this corner of the world. Cancun is anyone's dream destination with its white sand beaches, water sports, nightlife, nature, Mayan ruins, and some of the world's best all-inclusive resorts. But do you know where else is? None other than Bacalar. This small town in Mexico is a hidden gem worth exploring, and at Daytrip, we want to drive you from Cancun to Bacalar so that you can enjoy all this town has to offer eager adventurers.

We promise the drive will be well worth it with our safe door-to-door service. Our professional English-speaking drivers are well acquainted with the route and know exactly where to take you to sightsee along the way before dropping you off in Bacalar. Once in the city, you'll have warm waters, blue-green lagoons, affordable boutique hotels, delicious street food, and plenty of shops to explore to your heart's content.

About Bacalar

A trip from Cancun to Bacalar is well worth the distance traveled. This tropical destination is a place you must see to believe with its awe-inspiring natural beauty, fantastic food scene, and swimmable lagoons—most notably its freshwater lake Laguna Bacalar, the lagoon of seven colors.

It is found in the southern part of Quintana Roo state on Mexico's southeast Yucatan Peninsula. It is only an hour's drive from the Belize border and about four hours south of Cancun Airport. Visitors should also note that it's a popular point to begin a Mexican adventure, considering it's only a short drive away from Merida, Tulum, and Playa Del Carmen.

From Cancun to Bacalar: travel tips

Traveling from Cancun to Bacalar is a little bit of a distance so it's important to keep a few handy travel tips in mind, and we know just what to share with you. So, have a look below at our travel advice that will help ensure your trip from Cancun to Bacalar is as intriguing and exciting as you expect it to be.

Make sure you plan enough time

If you don't plan enough time, you'll not be able to enjoy your Bacalar trip to its fullest. We recommend spending at least three days in the town to fully immerse yourself in its culture and participate in activities like swimming down the Los Rapidos lagoon or walking through the town's shopping district.

How to get from Cancun to Bacalar

You likely don't want your trip from Cancun to Bacalar to be dreadful, so it's best to consider the transportation options available and choose the one that suits your predetermined budget, preferences, and needs best. To help you decide on how to travel from Cancun to Bacalar, we've shared the best travel options below:

From Cancun to Bacalar by bus

A few bus companies offer daily trips from Cancun to Bacalar. The most popular include ADO, Autobuses Unidos, Transportadora Turística del Caribe, Turismo y Excursiones Alianza Bacalar, and Agencia de Viajes Chule. These bus lines are a mix of private and public companies.

Things to do when you get to Bacalar

What can you do in this beautiful town when you get to Bacalar? The answer: so much! Below, we've detailed a few of the best attractions you need to check out after you've driven from Cancun to Bacalar with Daytrip:

Cenote Azul

Those wanting to check out one of Mexico's largest Cenotes should visit Cenote Azul in Bacalar. This cenote is magnificent and filled with endless dark blue water. As one of the biggest cenotes, it's perfect for swimming even if you're not the only one who has made their way to this dreamy location.

When is the best time to visit Bacalar?

If you want to get the most out of your experience, visiting Bacalar during the dry season is best, especially if you're traveling from Cancun to Bacalar. The dry season in this region in Mexico is typically from November to April, and these months are the best time to swim in lagoons, wander through town, and check out a few markets and restaurants to try out local cuisine.

However, if you're not a fan of crowds and don't plan on swimming too much, you can visit during the winter—the rainy season. Since Bacalar is a tropical location, visiting in the winter isn't too cold, and there is no chance of snow, so there is no need to waste space in your suitcase packing winter gear!