How To Get From Mexico City International Airport To The Historic Center

Option 1: Metrobus Line 4 Ruta Sur Option 2: Metro Line 4 (Yellow) / Line 1 (Pink) Option 3: Shuttle Bus Option 4: Tax / Rideshare

Option 1: Metrobus Line 4 Ruta Sur

  • Travel time: 40-50 minutes
  • Metrobus – Mexico City’s express rapid bus system offers Line 4 for a direct connection to the Historic Center. Catch these iconic red and yellow buses from their dedicated entrances at each terminal:
  • Terminal 1: Entrance 7
  • Terminal 2: Entrance 2
  • Heading express into Historic Center Mexico City, there are multiple stops. Generally speaking, Metrobus Line 4 circles (within 3 blocks) of the historic Plaza de la Constitución / Zócalo – the heart of Mexico City. These buses have reserved spaces for luggage, making them an ideal budget friendly option. Consider purchasing the Mexico City Metro Card for $15MXN pesos to explore the entire city.
  • Learn more about MetroBus Line 4 here.
  • Fare is $30MXN pesos.
  • Fastest

Option 2: Metro Line 4 (Yellow) / Line 1 (Pink)

  • Travel time: 50-60 minutes
  • Mexico City’s Metro System offers a fast service from the airport. Starting at Terminal 1 (if you arrive at Terminal 2 take the Aerotrén to Terminal 1) head to Terminal Aérea Station to catch Line 5 (Yellow) to Pantitlán Station. Change here for Line 1 (Pink). Ride this route to Pino Suárez station (interchange station that connects to Line 2 (Blue) and continue to Zócalo Station. Consider purchasing the Mexico City Metro Card for $15MXN pesos to explore the entire city.
  • Note: Given how congested rush hour can be in Mexico City, travelling on the metro with luggage could be challenging. There are no dedicated luggage storage options.
  • Learn more about the Mexico City Metro system here.  
  • Fare is approximately $5MXN pesos.
  • Cheapest

Option 3: Shuttle Bus

  • Shuttle bus services are available from the airport to Historic Center Mexico City. Being a major urban center as opposed to a vacation destination, options are a bit more limited. To help you start your search check out these options below:
  • Welcome Pick Ups
  • Transfeero
  • Viator

Option 4: Tax / Rideshare

  • Travel time: 20-45 minutes
  • Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and DiDi offer private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 20-45 minutes. Expect to pay about $250MXN pesos for a ride.