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Routes131
Trips per day1,751
bus lines12
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About Mexico City

Mexico City is one of the most vibrant and liveliest cities in the world, making it an exciting destination for all travelers. One of the must-see attractions in the city is the famous Museo Nacional de Antropología, which features an extensive collection from the city’s pre-Columbian era. Its star attraction is the famous Aztec Calendar Stone, also known as Piedra del Sol. For those who enjoy exploring the city’s amazing cultural life, the Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must-see destination. The art deco-style palace hosts some of the grandest cultural events around, including concerts, operas, etc. Another unique destination to check out is Teotihuacán, a world heritage site that contains some of the largest pre-Columbian pyramids in Mexico.

Mexico City’s food scene is so vast that it can be quite hard to fully explore in just a few days. Some notable foodie destinations include Pujol, Contramar, and Quintonil. If you want to grab one of those famous Mexican churros, head over to Churreria El Moro.

Mexico City’s four major bus stations are North, South, Observatorio, and TAPO. Some intercity buses leave directly from the Mexico City International Airport, which is located just about 7 miles east of the city center.

Station Information

The bus station on Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas is a curbside stop where intercity and local buses connect to the Lázaro Cárdenas metro station. The metro station is located on Line 9 of the local metro system and includes all the basic amenities of a public station: public restrooms, ATMs, and a waiting area with roofs. The aboveground bus station is at the intersection of Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas and Eje 3 in Mexico City. The intersection has a supermarket, and the surrounding blocks are home to many eateries and retail stores.

Popular bus stations in Mexico City:

  • Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station

  • Central de Autobuses

  • Mexico City Calz Taxquena

  • Mexico City Airport Terminal 1

  • Mexico City Bus Station

  • Mexico City Airport Terminal 2

  • National Airport Terminal 1 (Arrivals)

  • Calz. Ignacio Zaragoza 564d

  • Eje Central 4825

  • Mexico City Indios Verdes Bus Station

What bus companies travel to Mexico City, Ciudad de México?

Located in Ciudad de México, Mexico, Mexico City is accessible by bus from 131 other cities. You can choose from 1751 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Mexico City on Wanderu. ADO usually has the most buses on any given day.

Bus companies serving Mexico City

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ADO665h 42m$34.99
AU425h 15m$25.87
ADO OCC265h 37m$29.71
ADO GL217h 29m$55.15
Senda Diamante1613h 10m$92.15
ACN Autobuses1223h 37m$84.19
EDO Pluss125h 16m$33.38
ADO Platino97h 25m$73.93
Eco Regios Plus77h 31m$29.34
Estrella de Oro Diamante54h 59m$46.05
  • ADO GL is a prominent Mexican passenger bus company that has been operating since 1992. It is part of the renowned ADO group and focuses on luxury travel, primarily serving Mexico's southern and eastern regions, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula. ADO GL offers deluxe coaches with executive-style seats, ample legroom, and various amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, power outlets, and beverage services, providing a truly luxurious experience for passengers.

  • EDO Pluss is a new addition to Mexico's transportation network, owned by the renowned company ADO and established in 2023. Based in Mexico City, EDO Pluss plans and schedules their routes to popular destinations like Veracruz and Xalapa, Acapulco, and Tempoal. The company focuses on passenger comfort by providing onboard amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and USB charging ports. Passengers can enjoy movie screenings, purchase beverages, and utilize restroom facilities during their journey.

  • ADO Platino, a luxury intercity bus service in Mexico, offers a premium travel experience for passengers seeking comfort and elegance. As a sub-brand of ADO, ADO Platino lives up to its name by providing a platinum-level service. Popular routes include the Mexico City to Oaxaca journey, which takes approximately seven hours, and the trip from Merida to Cancun. With affordable ticket prices, ADO Platino ensures that travelers can enjoy luxury travel at a reasonable cost. On board, passengers can enjoy air-conditioned cabins with reclining seats, restrooms, USB power outlets, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

  • Estrella de Oro Diamante is a luxury bus service operating in southeastern Mexico, with a history of over 90 years as one of the country's oldest bus companies. The Mexico City to Acapulco route is particularly popular, with frequent departures. The buses provide air conditioning, entertainment through movie screenings, power outlets, spacious seats with extra legroom, and on-board restrooms for passenger convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

$4.00 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Mexico City, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Mexico City. In the last month, buses from Tizayuca to Mexico City had the lowest average price at $4.40.

The busiest bus station in Mexico City is Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Mexico City are:

  • Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station
  • Central de Autobuses
  • Mexico City Calz Taxquena
The closest airport to Mexico City is Licenciado Benito Juarez Intl Airport (MEX), it is located 4 miles from the city center of Mexico City.
Mexico City is the most popular bus destination in Ciudad de México. It also ranks number 317 in Mexico. Mexico City has the most bus connections in the region. There are 1751 bus schedules arriving in Mexico City each day.
The population of Mexico City is 12294193. Mexico City ranks number 1 in terms of population in Ciudad de México and number 102 in all of Mexico.
Bus tickets to Mexico City range from $4 for a short trip to Mexico City, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Mexico City starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Mexico City can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $4.
Solo travelers choose to travel by bus to Mexico City for its affordable fares and because of the safe and convenient experience that they note in their reviews.
The closest bus station to the city center of Mexico City is Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station, located just 1.3 miles away. Select Mexico City TAPO San Lazaro Bus Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Mexico City. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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