Getting to Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park
Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park sits in Quintana Roo, Mexico, with Cozumel the nearest town of any size — about 24.5 km (15.2 mi) out, or roughly 38 min of driving.
Drive times from Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park
Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park sits close enough to Tulum National Park, Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park, Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park, and Isla Contoy National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tulum National Park | 43.1 km (26.8 mi) | 58 min |
| Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park | 63.6 km (39.5 mi) | 1 hr 20 min |
| Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park | 103 km (64.3 mi) | 1 hr 58 min |
| Isla Contoy National Park | 137 km (85.1 mi) | 2 hr 28 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cozumel | 24.5 km (15.2 mi) | 38 min |
| Playa del Carmen | 37.6 km (23.3 mi) | 52 min |
| Tulum | 46.6 km (29 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| Coba | 77.4 km (48.1 mi) | 1 hr 35 min |
| Leona Vicario | 79.6 km (49.4 mi) | 1 hr 37 min |
| Nuevo Xcán | 87.9 km (54.6 mi) | 1 hr 45 min |
| Cancún | 99.7 km (61.9 mi) | 1 hr 55 min |
| Kantunilkín | 102 km (63.3 mi) | 1 hr 57 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 Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park?
Cozumel, about 24.5 km (15.2 mi) away — roughly 38 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park?
The practical bases are Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum — all within a reasonable drive of the park.