Getting to Tulum National Park
Tulum National Park sits in Quintana Roo, Mexico, with Tulum the nearest town of any size — about 3.6 km (2.2 mi) out, or roughly 6 min of driving.
Drive times from Tulum National Park
Tulum National Park sits close enough to Arrecifes de Cozumel 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park | 43.1 km (26.8 mi) | 58 min |
| Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park | 91 km (56.6 mi) | 1 hr 47 min |
| Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park | 128 km (79.3 mi) | 2 hr 20 min |
| Isla Contoy National Park | 158 km (98.1 mi) | 2 hr 46 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tulum | 3.6 km (2.2 mi) | 6 min |
| Coba | 44 km (27.3 mi) | 59 min |
| Playa del Carmen | 58.6 km (36.4 mi) | 1 hr 15 min |
| Cozumel | 59.8 km (37.2 mi) | 1 hr 16 min |
| Nuevo Xcán | 75 km (46.6 mi) | 1 hr 32 min |
| Señor | 84.5 km (52.5 mi) | 1 hr 42 min |
| Tepich | 86.4 km (53.7 mi) | 1 hr 43 min |
| Leona Vicario | 89.3 km (55.5 mi) | 1 hr 46 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 Tulum National Park?
Tulum, about 3.6 km (2.2 mi) away — roughly 6 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Tulum National Park?
The practical bases are Tulum, Coba, and Playa del Carmen — all within a reasonable drive of the park.