Cozumel Ferry Schedule — Service Overview and Frequency Guide

Last Updated: Friday, January 2, 2026
This page provides a general service overview based on published ferry operator schedules.
Exact departure times may vary by operator and date.

Information Source Statement

This page provides a general service overview compiled from official ferry operator publications and reflects typical operating patterns and service frequency.
Operator-posted departure times and daily timetables are maintained on the Cozumel Ferry Timetable page and may change based on operational conditions or operator updates.

No unpublished or private data is used.
This page is non-promotional and does not provide ticketing, reservations, or booking services.

Terminal Locations

Playa del Carmen Ferry Terminal

Official passenger ferry terminal serving crossings between Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.

Cozumel Ferry Terminal

Official passenger ferry terminal serving crossings between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.

Service Frequency Overview (Summary)

Time RangeFrequency (All Operators Combined)Notes
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM1–2 departures per hourStart of morning service
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM2–3 departures per hourPeak period
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM2–3 departures per hourMidday/afternoon crossings
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM1–2 departures per hourEvening service
After 10:00 PMLimited serviceTypically Ultramar only

Note: The tables below illustrate typical operating patterns published by ferry operators.
For exact daily departure times, refer to the Cozumel Ferry Timetable page or official operator websites.

Detailed Timetables by Operator

Ultramar — Odd and Even Day Timetable

Odd Days
From Cozumel		Odd Days
From Playa del Carmen		Even Days
From Cozumel		Even Days
From Playa del Carmen
7:00 AM8:00 AM8:00 AM9:00 AM
9:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM11:00 AM
11:00 AM12:00 PM12:00 PM1:00 PM
1:00 PM2:00 PM2:00 PM3:00 PM
3:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PM5:00 PM
5:00 PM6:00 PM6:00 PM7:00 PM
7:00 PM8:00 PM8:00 PM9:00 PM
9:00 PM10:00 PM

Winjet

Odd Days
From Cozumel		Odd Days
From Playa del Carmen		Even Days
From Cozumel		Even Days
From Playa del Carmen
8:00 AM9:00 AM7:00 AM8:00 AM
9:30 AM10:30 AM8:30 AM9:30 AM
10:00 AM11:00 AM9:00 AM10:00 AM
12:00 PM1:00 PM10:30 AM11:30 AM
1:30 PM3:00 PM11:00 AM12:00 PM
2:00 PM5:00 PM1:00 PM2:00 PM
4:00 PM6:30 PM2:30 PM4:00 PM
5:30 PM7:00 PM3:00 PM6:00 PM
6:00 PM8:30 PM5:00 PM7:30 PM
7:30 PM9:00 PM6:30 PM8:00 PM
8:00 PM7:00 PM10:00 PM
9:00 PM

Xcaret Xailing

From CozumelFrom Playa del Carmen
6:30 AM7:30 AM
7:00 AM8:00 AM
7:30 AM8:30 AM
8:00 AM9:00 AM
8:30 AM9:30 AM
9:00 AM10:00 AM
9:30 AM10:30 AM
10:00 AM11:00 AM
10:30 AM11:30 AM
11:00 AM12:00 PM
11:30 AM12:30 PM
12:00 PM1:00 PM
12:30 PM1:30 PM
1:00 PM2:30 PM
2:30 PM3:30 PM
3:30 PM4:30 PM
4:30 PM5:30 PM
5:30 PM6:30 PM
6:00 PM7:00 PM
6:30 PM7:30 PM
7:00 PM8:00 PM
7:30 PM8:30 PM
8:00 PM9:00 PM
8:30 PM9:30 PM

Note: Exact departure times may vary by day and operator. Always consult the official links before traveling.

General Transit Information

Crossing Duration

Typical crossing time: 35–45 minutes, depending on sea conditions.

Accessibility and Luggage

Accessibility, luggage allowances, and on-board services vary by operator.
Always verify through the official websites listed below.

Operator Websites (Official Sources)

This page does not provide customer service or booking for any operator.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

How often do ferries run?

1–2 times per hour in the morning/evening;
2–3 times per hour midday.
Exact times vary by operator and day.

How long is the crossing?

Typically 35–45 minutes.

Do ferries operate at night?

Evening service usually runs until 8:00–10:00 PM; limited service afterward.

Do schedules change?

Yes. Ferry operators publish schedules on a regular cadence, and changes may also occur due to weather, operational adjustments, holidays, or demand.

Are pets or luggage allowed?

Policies vary. Confirm directly with each operator.

Are ferries wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility depends on vessel type; check with each operator.

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