Guide on how to use the Metrobús in Mexico City: Tickets – prices – map – opening hours and safety tips, based on first-hand experience.
There are 7 lines, 283 stations covering a total distance of 125 km. It’s a cheap and relatively efficient way to get around Mexico City and fills in the gaps left by the Metro.
I have travelled regularly on lines 1, 3, 5 and 7, which is the newest line with double-decker buses.
I say ‘relatively efficient’ because, despite having their own dedicated MetroBus lanes, you still have to fight with the traffic. A better system would be where the traffic lights are synchronised with the buses.
Mexico City Metrobús Routes:
Here are the 7 lines:
- Línea 1: Indios Verdes to El Caminero
- Línea 2: Tepalcates to Tacubaya
- Línea 3: Tenayuca to Pueblo Sta. Cruz Atoyac
- Línea 4: Buenavista to San Lazaro
- Línea 5: Río de los Remedios to Preparatoria
- Línea 6: Villa de Aragón to El Rosario
- Línea 7: Indio Verdes to Campo Marte
There is a new extension of Line 4. This runs from Amajac on Paseo de la Reforma to Terminals 1 and 2 at Mexico City International Airport. The fare is 30 pesos and takes around an hour.
Mexico City Metrobús Map:
Mexico City Metrobús schedule
The Metrobus operates to the following schedule:
Monday to Saturday: 4.30 am to midnight
Sunday and public holidays: 5 am to midnight
How much does Metrobus cost?
A single ride on the Metrobus costs 6 pesos, and you will need to get yourself a Metro Card:
You can also now pay using your contactless credit/debit card.