Getting to Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park
Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park sits in Quintana Roo, Mexico, with Playa del Carmen the nearest town of any size — about 32.5 km (20.2 mi) out, or roughly 47 min of driving.
Drive times from Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park
Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park sits close enough to Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park, Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park, Isla Contoy National Park, and Tulum National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park | 39.9 km (24.8 mi) | 55 min |
| Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park | 63.6 km (39.5 mi) | 1 hr 20 min |
| Isla Contoy National Park | 73.6 km (45.8 mi) | 1 hr 31 min |
| Tulum National Park | 91 km (56.6 mi) | 1 hr 47 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Playa del Carmen | 32.5 km (20.2 mi) | 47 min |
| Cancún | 36.4 km (22.6 mi) | 51 min |
| Leona Vicario | 37.5 km (23.3 mi) | 52 min |
| Cozumel | 39.3 km (24.4 mi) | 54 min |
| Kantunilkín | 69.5 km (43.2 mi) | 1 hr 26 min |
| Nuevo Xcán | 75.7 km (47 mi) | 1 hr 33 min |
| Chiquilá | 80.7 km (50.1 mi) | 1 hr 38 min |
| Isla Holbox | 91.4 km (56.8 mi) | 1 hr 48 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park?
Playa del Carmen, about 32.5 km (20.2 mi) away — roughly 47 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park?
The practical bases are Playa del Carmen, Cancún, and Leona Vicario — all within a reasonable drive of the park.