Mexico–Belize Ferry Guide 2025: Schedule & Prices

Besides the ⛰️ land border, there is a ⛴️ ferry border crossing between Mexico & Belize. It travels between the border towns of Chetumal & San Pedro 🇧🇿 and only take 1.5 hours.

This quick guide will lay out exactly what you need to know: the ferry schedule, exact prices, terminal locations, ferry crossing tips, and border fees to be aware of for this border crossing.

Ferry Essentials

Belize Office

San Pedro International Ferry Terminal

Mexico Office

Terminal Maritima de Chetumal

Duration

2—2.5 hours

Cost

$59.00—$71.00 USD

Mexico Belize Ferry Route Map

Chetumal—San Pedro Ferry Schedule

International Islander Ferries

This ferry company is based in Mexico and has the most ferry routes — 4 sailings per week. The price is cheaper than the competitor as well.

San Pedro Belize Express

This ferry company is based in Belize and has less ferry routes — 3 sailings per week. Prices are higher with this company.

Ferry Terminals

• Chetumal, Mexico: Terminal Marítima Internacional
• Caye Caulker, Belize: EZ Boyz Dock
• San Pedro, Belize: San Pedro International Ferry Terminal

Ferry Crossing Tips

These tips should help you have a smooth border crossing:

• ⏰ Be at the Immigration office at least 2 hours in advance
• 💰 Prepare to pay $20.00 USD departure tax upon exiting Belize
• ⚠️ Mexico Time Zone can sometimes be 1 hour ahead of Belize Time
• 💰 Change the balance of your Mexican Pesos to Belize Dollars

Border Crossing Fees

There is only one fee to be wary of when moving between Belize & Mexico:

This is the breakdown of the $20.00 USD Belize Exit Fee:

• Departure Fee: $15.00 USD
• Border Development Fee: $1.25 USD
• P.A.C.T Fee: $3.75 USD

Total: $20.00 USD ($40.00 BZD)