Información básica para viajar a México

México cuenta con más de 70 aeropuertos internacionales y nacionales, siendo los más transitados:

Getting around Mexico is also part of the experience.

Traveling around Mexico is an opportunity to discover its cultural, scenic and gastronomic diversity. Whether you travel by city, beach, magical town or archaeological zone, there are different ways to move around the country according to your budget, preferences and destination.

Although some cities have traffic or infrastructure problems, the country hasa fairly extensive public and private transportation networkthat allows you to travel with relative ease and safety.

Airports in Mexico

• Mexico City International Airport (AICM)

• Cancun International Airport
  

• Guadalajara International Airport
  

• Monterrey International Airport
  

• Tijuana International Airport

From any of them you can find safe transfer options:

• Authorized cabs (purchase your ticket at official modules inside the airport).

• App-based transportation services such as Uber, Didi, Cabify or Beat, available in many cities.
  

• Long-distance buses, with integrated or nearby terminals.
  

• Some airports are also connected to subway, light rail or city bus systems.
  

Avoid boarding unauthorized cabs outside the terminals.

Public transportation in Mexican cities

The country's main cities have varied and growing public transportation systems:

• Metro (CDMX and Monterrey): fast, inexpensive and with wide coverage.
  

• Metrobus, Macrobús or Mexibús: exclusive corridors in CDMX, Guadalajara, Toluca, etc.
  

• Urban truck and minibus routes: operate in almost all cities.
  

• Light rail and cable bus: additional options in CDMX and metropolitan areas.
  

• Public bicycles (such as Ecobici, Mibici, etc.): an environmentally friendly way to get around in some areas.

Aplicaciones de movilidad y taxis

Mobility cards

Many cities have transportation smart cards that allow payment by various cashless means. For example:

• CDMX: Tarjeta de Movilidad Integrada (Integrated Mobility Card)
  

• Guadalajara: My Mobility
  

• Monterrey: Feria
  

• Toluca: Movimex

These cards are rechargeable and are accepted in metro, buses, metrobus and other local services.

Platforms such as Uber, Didi, Cabify or InDriver operate in most major cities and tourist destinations. They are a safe and practical alternative, especially if you do not know the city well.

You can also use traditional cabs, but we recommend you request them from official sites, hotels or bus stations, and avoid boarding them on public roads if you are not sure of their authenticity.

Renting a car and driving on the road

If you plan to visit several states or tour rural areas, renting a car may be ideal. Keep in mind the following:

• Your foreign driver's license is valid in Mexico
  

• Respect the signs and speed limits
  

• Some cities have restrictions such as the "Hoy No Circula" program (CDMX, Puebla, Toluca).
  

• There are toll booths on many federal highways.​
  

• Use navigation apps such as Google Maps or Waze to avoid traffic or detours

Trenes turísticos y el nuevo Tren Maya

Intercity and long distance buses.

Mexico has one of the most extensive bus networks in Latin America, with companies such as:

• ADO (Central, Gulf, Southeast).
  

• ETN and Primera Plus (Centro, Occidente, Bajío)
  

• OCC, Futura, Estrella Blanca, TAP, etc.
  

They offer comfortable and safe routes between cities, with first class, executive or economy services, depending on your budget.

Bus terminals are usually well connected with cabs, subways and city buses.

Although Mexico does not have urban trains everywhere, there are tourist options such as:

• Chepe Express Train (Chihuahua to Sinaloa, crossing the Copper Canyon).
  

• Mayan Train (in implementation phase in the southeast of the country)
  

  Final recommendations for getting around Mexico

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  • Learn about the transportation options in each city you visit.

  • Use apps such as Moovit or Rome2Rio to plan your routes
    

  • Always carry cash in coins for local routes
    

  • Don't worry if you don't speak the language: many tourist sites have clear signage and trained personnel
    

  • Always prioritize your safety when moving around, especially at night or in remote areas.
    

  Exploring Mexico is easier than you think. You just need a little planning and an adventurous spirit.

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  Final recommendations for getting around Mexico

  • Learn about the transportation options in each city you visit.

  • Use apps such as Moovit or Rome2Rio to plan your routes
    

  • Always carry cash in coins for local routes
    

  • Don't worry if you don't speak the language: many tourist sites have clear signage and trained personnel
    

  • Always prioritize your safety when moving around, especially at night or in remote areas.
    

  Exploring Mexico is easier than you think. You just need a little planning and an adventurous spirit.

• Suburban Train (CDMX to Cuautitlán)
  

• Mexico-Toluca Train (El Insurgente, in expansion process)