Isla Mujeres Ferry Schedules, Prices & Routes

TRAVEL BY FERRY FROM CANCUN TO ISLA MUJERES: FARES, ROUTES, SCHEDULES AND MORE

Want to visit Isla Mujeres but don't know how? Then you are in the right place. This post will explain everything you need to know to travel by ferry from Cancun to Isla Mujeres. You should know that there are many ferry options departing from Cancun, so here we will tell you in detail everything about them, but first, we invite you to learn more about your trip with the help of the following questions.

WHAT ARE THE FERRY ROUTES FROM CANCUN?

Ferry routes depend on the company you are traveling with; there are ferries from Cancun to Isla Mujeres and Playa del Carmen to Cozumel. 

If you are also planning to visit Cozumel, we recommend you check out our post 21 plans for your trip to Cozumel Mexico.

 

 

TRAVEL BY FERRY FROM CANCUN TO ISLA MUJERES (AND VICE VERSA)

In Cancun, you can find 3 Isla Mujeres Ferry companies, each of which has different characteristics. Below you will find more about them.

FERRY JETWAY

Jetway is a Mexican company that started operations in August 2021. The company stands out for its low-cost ferry services to Isla Mujeres, catering mainly to workers and locals.

• Vessels: 3 Waterjet boats, 2 with a capacity for 77 people and the third for 280 people.

• Services: Restrooms, beverages, and snacks.

• Pets: Pets may be transported in a designated area. Service animals are allowed on board.

• Discounts: Locals, INAPAM, inhabitants of Isla Mujeres.

• Schedule: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

• Departure port from Cancun: Api Maritime Terminal in Puerto Juarez.

• Port of departure from Isla Mujeres: Isla Mujeres Maritime Terminal, Pier 1.

• Parking: No parking.

ULTRAMAR FERRY

Ultramar is the most popular ferry company in Quintana Roo. With more than 30 years of experience in maritime transit, it has departure terminals on different routes in different parts of Cancun.

• Vessels: 14 boats with panoramic views with capacities of 800, 550, 300, 250, and 150 people. The boats have open-air and heated decks.

• Services: Restrooms, sale of drinks and snacks, live music, flight attendant service, TV screens, First Class and Kids Zone, and cargo service to transport cars and oversized luggage.

• Pets: The boat accepts pets without extra charges. The only requirement is to accompany your pet in a designated area (usually the upper part) and always carry a leash or cage if required.

• Discounts: Quintanarroenses, locals, INAPAM, inhabitants of Isla Mujeres.

• Schedule: Monday to Sunday from 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM (hours vary by port).

• Duration of the trip to Isla Mujeres: 20 minutes from Puerto Juarez and 35 minutes from the Cancun Hotel Zone.

• Ports of departure in Cancun:

  • Puerto Juarez, Overseas Maritime Terminal

  • Playa Tortugas Pier and Playa Caracol Pier, both in Cancun Hotel Zone

• Port of departure in Isla Mujeres: Isla Mujeres Maritime Terminal.

• Parking: With parking. It costs $324 MXN for 24 hours or $20 MXN per hour (and a fraction thereof). It has valet parking and an official taxi site.

 

 

XAILING ISLA MUJERES BY XCARET

Xperiencias Xcaret was founded in 1984. With the opening of the Xcaret Ecological Park in 1990, it has become one of the most popular attractions in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Over time it evolved into Grupo Xcaret, and today it has eight theme parks, five tourist options in Yucatan and Quintana Roo, and three hotels in the Riviera Maya. In 2021, maritime transport was incorporated into its product portfolio through two modalities: A ferry from Cancun to Isla Mujeres from Xcaret Xailing and a Catamaran to Isla Mujeres.

• Vessels: 2 ferrys called Xcaret and Xel-Ha, with a capacity of 650 people each; these have particular areas and seats for people with disabilities. The ferries comply with the MARPOL Convention to prevent marine environment pollution since their engines were built under the IMO Tier 2 emission reduction standard.

• Services: Bathrooms, internet, luggage storage section, travel insurance, access to the Cancun Scenic Tower, and lockers at an additional cost at El Embarcadero Isla Mujeres by Xcaret.

• Pets: The boat accepts pets without extra charges. The only requirement is that pets are in designated areas and always kept on a leash.

• Discounts available: Quintanarroenses, locals, INAPAM, inhabitants of Isla Mujeres.

• Schedule: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (depending on the port).

• Duration of the trip to Isla Mujeres: 25 minutes.

• Port of departure from Cancun: El Embarcadero Isla Mujeres by Xcaret

• Port of departure in Isla Mujeres: Isla Mujeres Maritime Terminal.

• Parking: With parking in El Embarcadero at an additional cost.

 

Ferry to Isla Mujeres times and Schedules

 

WHAT IS THE PRICE OF A FERRY FROM CANCUN TO ISLA MUJERES?

In this table, you can compare the prices of the ferry from Cancun to Isla Mujeres of the different companies, as well as schedules, departure docks, and even discounts.

 

HOW TO GET TO PUERTO JUAREZ?

Puerto Juárez is located 2 km north of downtown Cancun, on the road to Punta Sam. Here you will find the most important ports from where the boats leave for Isla Mujeres, the Overseas Maritime Terminal, and 500 meters ahead, the Puerto Juárez Maritime Terminal.

• Location of Ultramar Maritime Terminal: Av Rueda Medina, Centro - Supmza. 001, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R.
• Location of Puerto Juarez Maritime Terminal: Supermanzana 84, Naval, 77525 Cancun, Q.R.

Some ways to get to Puerto Juarez by taking a ferry to Isla Mujeres are:

• Taxi Cancun: You can hail a taxi on the street and ask it to take you to Puerto Juarez. You only have to specify if you are going to the Ultramar pier or the Puerto Juárez Terminal. The cost will depend on the distance traveled.

• Transportation Apps (Didi or Orange Taxi): You can request a taxi through applications. The price may vary depending on weather, traffic, and vehicle availability.

• Car Rental: If you rent a car, we recommend using Maps on your phone and following the assigned route. Remember that only the Ultramar terminal has parking, and this has an additional cost.

• Private Transportation: This is one of the most recommended options for being safe and efficient. There are Private Cancun Airport Transportation companies with very affordable rates and high quality.

• Public Transportation: Perfect for those looking to save money or have a more local experience. There are two ways to get to Puerto Juarez by public transportation:

  • Route 1 Rehoyada: These run from start to finish on Boulevard Kukulcan in the Cancun Hotel Zone. Make sure the bus says R1 Rehoyada. The bus can be taken at any stop in the Hotel Zone, Avenida Tulum, or at the Cruise.

  • Van Punta Sam/ Puerto Juarez: The vans can be taken at the Cruise, on Av. Portillo. They do not have a number, but Punta Sam, Puerto Juarez, or All Ritmo (hotel) will be written on the panoramic. Some vans have images of Ultramar and have Isla Mujeres written on them.

HOW TO GET TO THE ISLA MUJERES BY XCARET PIER?

The Embarcadero Isla Mujeres by Xcaret is located 4.5 km from the Cancun Hotel Zone.

• Location of Embarcadero Isla Mujeres by Xcaret: Blvd. Kukulcan 4, Kukulcan Boulevard, Hotel Zone, 77500 Cancun, Q.R.

To get there, you can use the following transportation alternatives:

• Taxi Cancun: You can take a taxi and ask to be taken directly to the Xcaret Pier. For reference, you can mention the Scenic Tower or the Jolly Roger ship pier. The price will depend on the distance traveled.

• Transportation Apps (Didi or Orange Taxi): The price of this type of transport may vary according to weather, traffic, and vehicle availability.

• Car Rental: El Embarcadero has parking at an additional cost, so you should not worry about where to leave the car.

• Private Transportation: We recommend you book a Cancun Private Transfer service in advance. Since El Embarcadero is located in the Hotel Zone, it is likely that if you stay at a nearby hotel, the trip will be more direct.

• Public Transportation: To get to the Embarcadero, you must take R1 and R2, which run along the entire Boulevard Kukulkan. Take a bus bound for the Calinda Bridge or the Scenic Tower.

WHERE IS THE ISLA MUJERES MARITIME TERMINAL LOCATED?

Almost any ferry with a route from Cancun to Isla Mujeres will take you to the Isla Mujeres Maritime Terminal.

• Location of Isla Mujeres Maritime Terminal: Av Rueda Medina s/n, Zona Federal, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R.

OTHER ALTERNATIVES TO VISIT ISLA MUJERES

Finally, if you plan to take a day trip to Isla Mujeres, one of the best ways to do it is by booking a Catamaran Sunset Tour at Isla Mujeres, which includes:

• Round transportation hotel-marina-hotel.

• Soft drinks, water, cocktails.

• Boat ride in the Bay.

• Free time in the center of Isla Mujeres.

• Weather in North Beach.

We hope our Cancun to Isla Mujeres ferry guide has been very useful for planning your next vacation!