CANCUN, Q. ROO – Transportation at Cancun Worldwide Airport has lengthy been a supply of frustration for vacationers, with frequent studies of taxi scams, deceptive practices, and restricted entry to ride-hailing providers like Uber.
In some circumstances, vacationers have been charged a whole bunch—and even hundreds—of {dollars} for brief rides, prompting public outcry and authorities consideration.
In response to the continuing disaster, state authorities have taken a big step towards enhancing the state of affairs by introducing a brand new, inexpensive ADO bus service that immediately connects the airport to Cancun’s Resort Zone.
ADO Bus Now Serving Resort Zone for Vacationers
As of March 20, the ADO bus now operates from Terminals 2, 3, and 4 to Plaza Fiesta within the Resort Zone. The fare is a modest 140 pesos (~$8 USD), considerably undercutting the inflated taxi costs that usually exceed $100 for a brief 20-minute trip.
Bus Departure Occasions:
- 11:05 a.m.
- 1:05 p.m.
- 3:05 p.m.
- 5:05 p.m.
- 7:05 p.m.
Tickets might be booked on-line, providing a dependable and inexpensive transport various for arriving passengers.
Ongoing Points: Uber Restrictions and Scams at Cancun Airport
Regardless of these optimistic steps, Cancun Worldwide Airport continues to face main challenges with transportation scams and ride-hailing restrictions.
Vacationers have reported aggressive ways by unauthorized taxi drivers, with some vacationers being charged as much as $1,000 USD for rides of lower than half-hour. In lots of circumstances, unsuspecting guests are misled into paying exorbitant costs or tricked into believing Uber is prohibited.
Whereas Uber is technically authorized in Cancun, airport authorities and taxi unions have created obstacles for its use inside airport grounds. Trip-hailing pickups are sometimes blocked or harassed, forcing vacationers to stroll off airport property to fulfill their drivers—elevating security and accessibility issues.
Governor Mara Lezama has acknowledged the issue and continues to name for regulation and transparency, however enforcement stays inconsistent. Vacationers are suggested to train warning, affirm fares prematurely, and contemplate official bus providers or pre-booked transfers to keep away from falling sufferer to scams.
Because the tourism trade prepares for the upcoming peak journey season, enhancing transport logistics and defending customer rights stay prime priorities for Quintana Roo officers.
