Getting to Isla Contoy National Park
Isla Contoy National Park sits in Quintana Roo, Mexico, with Cancún the nearest town of any size — about 37.3 km (23.2 mi) out, or roughly 52 min of driving.
Drive times from Isla Contoy National Park
Isla Contoy National Park sits close enough to Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park, Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park, Arrecifes de Cozumel 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 | 34.1 km (21.2 mi) | 48 min |
| Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park | 73.6 km (45.8 mi) | 1 hr 31 min |
| Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park | 137 km (85.1 mi) | 2 hr 28 min |
| Tulum National Park | 158 km (98.1 mi) | 2 hr 46 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cancún | 37.3 km (23.2 mi) | 52 min |
| Chiquilá | 56.2 km (34.9 mi) | 1 hr 12 min |
| Isla Holbox | 60 km (37.3 mi) | 1 hr 16 min |
| Leona Vicario | 71.1 km (44.2 mi) | 1 hr 28 min |
| Kantunilkín | 84.3 km (52.4 mi) | 1 hr 41 min |
| Playa del Carmen | 102 km (63.4 mi) | 1 hr 57 min |
| Nuevo Xcán | 109 km (68 mi) | 2 hr 4 min |
| Cozumel | 113 km (70.1 mi) | 2 hr 7 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 Isla Contoy National Park?
Cancún, about 37.3 km (23.2 mi) away — roughly 52 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Isla Contoy National Park?
The practical bases are Cancún, Chiquilá, and Isla Holbox — all within a reasonable drive of the park.