How to travel from Cozumel to Mérida, Mexico
The distance between Cozumel and Mérida is around 311km (193 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to jump in a helicopter which takes around 1h 25m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Cozumel to Mérida by helicopter, ferry, bus, taxi and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Mérida → Cozumel if you're planning a return trip.
Helicopter
Jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Merida Airport.
- Duration1h 25m
- Departshourly
- Typical costMX$32,150($1,540)
Holbox Collection
Fly
Fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Merida (MID).
- Duration1h 30m
- Flight time1h 20m
- Typical costMX$1,985($95)
Mayair
+ 3 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Taxi
Take a ferry to Calica then take a taxi to Mérida.
- Duration4h 5m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$3,575($170)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cozumel and Mérida
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cozumel to Mérida by helicopter, ferry, bus, taxi and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MX$440 ($21) and will take around 7hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can jump in a helicopter and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$32,150 ($1,540).
The distance between Cozumel and Mérida is around 311km (193 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 287km (179 miles)
It takes around 1h 25m to get from Cozumel and Mérida by helicopter.
The quickest way to get from Cozumel to Mérida is to jump in a helicopter which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx MX$32,150 ($1,540).
The cheapest way to travel between Cozumel and Mérida is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MX$440 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Cozumel and Mérida. We recommend that you jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Merida Airport. instead which will take 1h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cozumel and Mérida. We recommend that you jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Merida Airport. instead which will take 1h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Cozumel and Mérida. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and arrive at Merida (MID) - via Cancun (CUN). The flight takes around 1h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Cozumel to Mérida. There is however a flight that goes via Cancun (CUN). This services will take at least 1h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Cozumel to Mérida typically takes around 1h 20m. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and and arrive into Merida (MID).
The closest major airport to Mérida is Mérida International Airport (MID) (MID) which is approximately 6km (3 miles) from Mérida. Ing. Alberto Acuña Ongay International Airport (CPE) (CPE) and Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Cozumel to Mérida. We recommend that you jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Merida Airport. instead which will take 1h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cozumel to Mérida is to jump in a helicopter which takes, on average, 1h 25m and will usually cost around MX$32,150 ($1,540).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cozumel and Mérida
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Helicopter | 1h 25m | MX$32,150($1,540) | hourly | 351km (218 miles) |
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 30m | MX$1,985($95) | hourly | 356km (221 miles) |
| Helicopter and Plane | 1h 40m | MX$11,980($575) | hourly | 355km (221 miles) |
Ferry and Taxi + 2 similar | 4h 5m | MX$3,575($170) | twice daily | 320km (199 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 5h 20m | MX$625($30) | every 4 hours | 311km (193 miles) |
| Ferry to Playa del Carmen, Bus | 7hrs | MX$440($21) | once daily | 343km (213 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Cozumel and Mérida
Airlines
Mayair
Volaris
American Airlines
Viva Aerobus
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
Bus companies
ADO
Autobuses Oriente
Airports near Mérida
The following major airports near Mérida offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Mérida International Airport (MID)
- Distance
- 6km (3 miles) from Mérida
Ing. Alberto Acuña Ongay International Airport (CPE)
- Distance
- 156km (97 miles) from Mérida
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 285km (177 miles) from Mérida