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Mexico by ferry
Mexico is a country with more than 2 islands and 11 ferry ports. Maritime transportation in Mexico is very well developed and there are numerous lines taking you from the mainland to the islands and back. Depending on the type of vessel that you are going to take to reach your destination, you may be able to take your car or motorbike with you, but keep in mind that you need to double check if the vessel in question is a car ferry or a passenger ferry to be sure.Table of contents
Domestic Ferry Lines
There are 12 ferry lines operating inside Mexico. The most popular domestic ferry lines are Playa del Carmen - San Miguel de Cozumel, San Miguel de Cozumel - Playa del Carmen and Cancun - Isla Mujeres that take more than 55 passengers between these destinations. Of course, the routes are operating even during the winter, but the departure schedule is slightly different. Also, keep in mind that if the weather is not adequate for sailing, there is always a possibility that the ferry departure might be canceled, so make sure you read the Terms and Conditions applied for the specific departure you are interested in. Here are some of the most popular ferry lines offered in Mexico:Ferry Companies
Mexico has around 7 ferry companies operating departures to and from the surrounding islands. Ultramar is the largest ferry operator offering more than 6485 ferry lines, whereas the smallest ferry company is Peninsula Travel and has 154 in their offer. The vessels vary in size and capacity, depending on the route they are sailing on, but the information regarding the type of vessel you will be boarding is going to be indicated on the ticket and on the search results when you browse through the departures. Some of the ferry companies operating in Mexico can be found below, where you can click on them for more information and reviews:
Ferry Ports in Mexico
Mexico is home to approximately 11 ferry ports. The largest ferry port is the one situated in Playa del Carmen. Of course, during the high summer season, it is advisable to get to the ferry port at least 45 minutes prior to the departure time of your ferry in order to avoid any delays in your travel time. The smallest ferry port is the one in Cabo San Lucas. Below you can see a list of the most important ports, and here you can find all ferry ports and terminals in Mexico.Puerto Juarez
San Miguel de Cozumel
Holbox
Chiquila
Cancun
Topolobampo
Mazatlan
Cabo San Lucas
Islands in Mexico
Mexico is home to more than 2 islands. The biggest island off the coast of Mexico is Isla Holbox, while the smallest one is Isla Mujeres. Based on the ticket sales for the ferry lines to the islands of Mexico, the most popular islands in terms of travellers are Isla Holbox and Isla Mujeres. For more details about each of the islands in Mexico, you can click on them below for more information about that island; ferry timetables, ferry companies, places of interest and more!Isla Holbox
Isla Mujeres
Transportation to the ferry ports
If you are traveling by a plane and arriving at one of the airports in Mexico, you can reach the ferry port by bus, you can see more about that here. Or if you are wanting a private, door-to-door transfer, you can have a look at the options available here.FAQ about ferries in Mexico
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