By road, Chichen Itza is on the main highway between the capital city of M�rida and the resort city of Cancun. If you have time and are looking for a more adventurist route, the "libre' road that runs parallel to the toll highway goes through and by many villages and gives a better feel for the area. If you take the "libre" route, you will need to be more alert for pedestrians and animals on the road, as well as the numerous "speed bumps" you will encounter. If after dark, stick to the toll road. Come by automobile or take the very regular bus service.
ADO bus service from Cancun costs 180 pesos one way trip and the trip takes three hours. You'll have about 4 hours to spend on the area if using the faster bus. A cheaper bus is available for 117 pesos and with travel time of four hours per direction.
If you are located outside of Chichen Itza, a number of companies organize tours, including Adventure Life,Tours Aldebaran. Also, Chichen Services which is dedicated to offer travel experiences dedicated to Sustainable Tourism and to financially help the nearby town residents with their community projects and endeavors.
By Air - The closest airports to Chichen Itza are Cancun or Merida. Many travelers to Cancun take a day trip here, although there are some good hotels nearby and if you stay overnight in the area, you'll see more and enjoy a better experience of the site and area surrounding it. For detailed information about flights and flying, see the Mexperience guide to Air Travel in Mexico.
By Bus - Depart frequently from Cancun and Merida to Chichen Itza, most often as part of organized tours to the ancient city. For detailed information about bus transportation read the Mexperience guide to Bus Travel in Mexico.
By Car - You can take Highway 180 west from Cancun to get to Chichen Itza. Also see additional information about Driving in Mexico and Mexico's Toll Roadson Mexperience
