How to travel from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey, Mexico
The distance between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey is around 1,555km (966 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 5h 10m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey by ferry, bus, plane, helicopter and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Monterrey → Isla Mujeres if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry, Bus and Plane
Take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Terminal de Cancún then fly from Cancun (CUN) to Monterrey (MTY).
- Duration5h 10m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical costMX$2,615($125)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Villahermosa and then to Monterrey.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$1,735($83)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Punta Sam then drive to Monterrey.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costMX$4,810($230)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey by ferry, bus, plane, helicopter and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MX$1,735 ($83) and will take around 1 day 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$2,615 ($125).
The distance between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey is around 1,555km (966 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,470km (914 miles)
It takes around 5h 10m to get from Isla Mujeres and Monterrey by ferry, bus and plane.
The quickest way to get from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx MX$2,615 ($125).
The cheapest way to travel between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MX$1,735 ($83) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey. We recommend that you take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Terminal de Cancún then fly from Cancun (CUN) to Monterrey (MTY). instead which will take 5h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey. We recommend that you take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Terminal de Cancún then fly from Cancun (CUN) to Monterrey (MTY). instead which will take 5h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey. We recommend that you take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Terminal de Cancún then fly from Cancun (CUN) to Monterrey (MTY). instead which will take 5h 10m.
The closest major airport to Monterrey is Monterrey International Airport (MTY) (MTY) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Monterrey. Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD) (NLD) and General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX) (REX) 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 Isla Mujeres to Monterrey. We recommend that you take a ferry to Playa Tortugas then take the bus to Terminal de Cancún then fly from Cancun (CUN) to Monterrey (MTY). instead which will take 5h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Isla Mujeres to Monterrey is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around MX$2,615 ($125).
Compare travel optionsbetween Isla Mujeres and Monterrey
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry, Bus and Plane + 2 similar | 5h 10m | MX$2,615($125) | every 4 hours | 1,555km (966 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Bus | 7h 5m | MX$2,445($115) | every 4 hours | 1,594km (990 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus, Helicopter and Plane | 6hrs | MX$12,395($595) | every 4 hours | 1,633km (1,015 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 2 similar | 1 day 10h | MX$1,735($83) | once daily | 2,420km (1,504 miles) |
| Ferry to Playa Tortugas, bus | 1 day 12h | MX$2,655($125) | once daily | 2,408km (1,496 miles) |
| Ferry to Playa Tortugas, bus | 1 day 15h | MX$3,740($180) | twice daily | 2,641km (1,641 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 1 day 5h | MX$4,810($230) | every 20 mins | 2,526km (1,570 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Isla Mujeres and Monterrey
Bus companies
Autocar Cancún
Turicun
Transportes Frontera
Tours Acosta
Turistab
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
Aeroméxico
United Airlines
Ferry operators
Ultramar Ferry
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airports near Monterrey
The following major airports near Monterrey offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Monterrey International Airport (MTY)
- Distance
- 23km (14 miles) from Monterrey
Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD)
- Distance
- 210km (130 miles) from Monterrey
General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX)
- Distance
- 212km (132 miles) from Monterrey