How to travel from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres, Mexico
The distance between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres is around 1,771km (1,101 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 55m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres by plane, bus, ferry, helicopter and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Isla Mujeres → Guadalajara if you're planning a return trip.
Plane, Bus and Ferry
Fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then take the bus to Playa Tortugas then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres.
- Duration4h 55m
- Flight time2h 50m
- Typical costMX$2,550($120)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Puebla CAPU and then to Cancun then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$3,660($175)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Punta Sam then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costMX$4,180($200)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres by plane, bus, ferry, helicopter and car. The cheapest option is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MX$2,550 ($120) and will take around 4h 55m.
The distance between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres is around 1,771km (1,101 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,725km (1,072 miles)
It takes around 4h 55m to get from Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres by plane, bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx MX$2,550 ($120).
The cheapest way to travel between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MX$2,550 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then take the bus to Playa Tortugas then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then take the bus to Playa Tortugas then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then take the bus to Playa Tortugas then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres. instead which will take 4h 55m.
The closest major airport to Isla Mujeres is Cancún International Airport (CUN) (CUN) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Isla Mujeres. Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) and Mérida International Airport (MID) (MID) 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 Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then take the bus to Playa Tortugas then take a ferry to Isla Mujeres. instead which will take 4h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Guadalajara to Isla Mujeres is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around MX$2,550 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane, Bus and Ferry + 2 similar | 4h 55m | MX$2,550($120) | every 4 hours | 1,771km (1,101 miles) |
| Plane, Helicopter and Ferry | 6h 10m | MX$14,005($670) | every 4 hours | 1,855km (1,153 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Ferry | 7hrs | MX$4,160($200) | once a week | 1,887km (1,173 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 2 similar | 1 day 8h | MX$3,660($175) | twice daily | 2,233km (1,387 miles) |
| Bus to Mexico Norte, ferry | 1 day 10h | MX$3,430($165) | once daily | 2,247km (1,396 miles) |
| Bus to Mexico City North, ferry | 2 days 2h | MX$4,095($195) | twice daily | 2,242km (1,393 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 1h | MX$4,180($200) | every 20 mins | 2,163km (1,344 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Guadalajara and Isla Mujeres
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
Aeroméxico
United Airlines
American Airlines
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Bus companies
Autocar Cancún
Turicun
Apolo Platinum
ETN
Autobuses Elite
Ferry operators
Ultramar Ferry
Airports near Isla Mujeres
The following major airports near Isla Mujeres offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Distance
- 26km (16 miles) from Isla Mujeres
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 83km (51 miles) from Isla Mujeres
Mérida International Airport (MID)
- Distance
- 306km (190 miles) from Isla Mujeres