New ‘Maya Pass’ Offers Unlimited Train Travel For Cancun & Riviera Maya

Welcome to the Riviera Maya! Literally our favorite place on earth!

If you’re anything like us, you’re dreaming of turquoise cenotes, ancient jungle-shrouded ruins, and vibrant colonial cities. But planning how to get from the beaches of Cancun to the magic of Chichén Itzá or the charm of Valladolid can sometimes feel like a puzzle of expensive taxis or complicated bus schedules.

Well, that puzzle just got a whole lot easier to solve.

We at The Cancun Sun are excited to tell you about a new offering that’s a genuine game-changer for tourists. It’s called the Maya Pass, and it’s your golden ticket to exploring the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula with more freedom and flexibility than ever before.

Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of it:

❓ So, What Exactly Is the Maya Pass?

Think of the Maya Pass as your personal, all-access pass for the Tren Maya. It’s a digital ticket that gives you unlimited rides for seven consecutive days on a key stretch of the train’s route.

You can literally hop on and off as many times as you like within that week. See a town that looks interesting? Hop off and explore!

Ready for the next adventure? Just head back to the station and catch the next train. It’s a level of spontaneity that’s been missing for travelers looking to explore beyond their resort.

🗺️ The All-Important Route: Where Can You Go?

This is the most important part! The current Maya Pass is valid for travel along the incredible corridor between Mérida-Teya and Tulum. That unlocks 11 amazing stations, each a gateway to a unique experience:

• Teya-Mérida
• Tixkokob
• Izamal (the famous “Yellow City”)
• Chichén-Itzá (home to the world wonder)
• Valladolid (a charming colonial city surrounded by cenotes)
• Nuevo Xcán
• Leona Vicario
• Cancún Aeropuerto
• Puerto Morelos
• Playa del Carmen
• Tulum

With this one pass, you could start your week exploring the grand city of Mérida, visit the iconic ruins of Chichén Itzá the next day, take a swim in a cenote near Valladolid, and still have time for a few days of beach fun in Playa del Carmen or Tulum.

✨ Top 5 Must-See Stops (Quick List)

While there is SO MUCH to explore along this route, here are our picks among the Cancun Sun team:

• 🌆 Mérida – Stroll Paseo de Montejo, hit the mercado for Yucatecan eats, and catch a free folkloric show in Plaza Grande.
• 🟡 Izamal – The “Yellow City”: climb Pyramid Kinich Kakmó and wander the arcaded convent in under three laid-back hours.
• 🏛️ Chichén Itzá – World Wonder! Arrive at opening (8 a.m.) for crowd-free El Castillo views, then loop past the Temple of the Warriors.
• 💧 Valladolid + Cenotes – Colonial streets and taco joints plus quick hops to Cenote Zací (in-town) or Suytun/Oxman for that turquoise dip.
• 🏖️ Tulum Ruins & Beach – Sunrise over cliff-top temples, then a short walk to Playa Paraíso for ceviche and chill.

💸 The Price Tag: What’s the Cost for Tourists?

For international tourists, the Maya Pass costs $4,899 MXN—roughly $270 USD (exchange rates fluctuate).

As long as you use it enough, the pass pays for itself quickly if you plan on making just a few key trips.

You’re getting an entire week of unlimited travel for the price of 3 or 4 individual journeys.

🛒 The Crucial Step: How to Buy Your Maya Pass

Heads-up: you can’t buy the Maya Pass at the station ticket counter.

It’s available exclusively through the official “Tren Maya” mobile app. The process is super simple:

1. Download the official “Tren Maya” app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
2. Create an account with your personal information.
3. Inside the app, select the option to purchase the “Maya Pass.”
4. Choose the 7-day period you want the pass to be active.
5. Complete payment.

Your pass will live digitally in the app, ready for you to show at the station. For general ticket info or standard fares, you can always visit the official vendor website: reservas.ventaboletostrenmaya.com.mx.

🤔 Is the Maya Pass Worth It for You?

If you’re planning a vacation where you stay in one place and rarely venture out, probably not.

But if your goal is to truly explore the incredible culture and history of this region, the answer is a resounding yes.

The pass is perfect for the traveler who wants to see it all without being locked into a rigid schedule. It empowers you to be spontaneous, turning your trip into a real adventure.

So pack your bags, load the app, and get ready to ride. The heart of the Yucatán is calling—and with the new Maya Pass, it’s never been easier to answer.