Transportation in Mexico City

Getting Around Mexico City Mexico City's public transit network is one of the largest in the Western Hemisphere and a genuine asset for visitors. The Metro (Sistema de Transporte Colectivo) runs deep across the city on 12 colour-coded lines, offering economy pricing that makes it far and away the most affordable way to cover long distances. The Metrobús BRT lines complement the Metro on major surface corridors, and between these two systems you can reach most neighbourhoods without a taxi at all. First-time visitors should know that the Metro gets genuinely crowded during peak commuting hours — mid-morning and mid-afternoon travel is noticeably more comfortable. App-based rideshare services (Uber and DiDi both operate in Mexico City) are widely used and generally reliable for trips where transit is impractical, particularly at night or with luggage. What to avoid: hailing taxis on the street is discouraged for safety reasons. If you need a taxi, use authorized sitio stands or book through an app. Many visitors also skip the Metrobús entirely, not realising it's faster than surface traffic on major routes like Insurgentes. From the airport, your options depend on which terminal you're using. Benito Juárez International Airport (AICM) has a Metro connection and Metrobús service for budget-conscious travellers, though both require navigating with bags. Authorized taxi services from official booths in the arrivals hall are the comfort choice — book inside the terminal, not from touts outside. Check the booking widget below for current ground transport options and prices, as rates and service availability change frequently.