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Mexico City to León Bus Schedule
Bus from Mexico City to León: Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from Mexico City to León. Traveling by bus from Mexico City to León usually takes around 5 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest ETN bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 203 mi (326 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 46m |
| Cheapest price | SEK 164.67 |
| Trips per day | 11 |
| Most frequent service | Flix Mexico |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Mexico City to León?
There are 3 bus lines from Mexico City to León available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, Flix Mexico usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ETN | 18 | 5h 29m | SEK 682.98 |
| Flix Mexico | 6 | 6h 11m | SEK 222.23 |
| Turistar | 2 | 6h 0m | SEK 706.53 |
Book ETN from Mexico City to León from SEK 659. There are 18 trips per day offered by ETN from Mexico City to León and you can expect on average to pay for a ETN ticket to León. In Mexico City, ETN departs to León from Central de Autobuses and 2 other stations. In León, ETN arrives at León GJ Bus Station .
An average trip on ETN from Mexico City to León takes 5 hours and 29 minutes , while the fastest available ETN trip will get you to León in 4 hours and 46 minutes .
On weekends, ETN offers 18 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to León.
Book Flix Mexico from Mexico City to León from SEK 165. There are 6 trips per day offered by Flix Mexico from Mexico City to León and you can expect on average to pay for a Flix Mexico ticket to León. In Mexico City, Flix Mexico departs to León from Mexico City Buenavista (Forum) and one other station. In León, Flix Mexico arrives at León (Soriana Hiper Maravillas) .
An average trip on Flix Mexico from Mexico City to León takes 6 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Flix Mexico trip will get you to León in 4 hours and 46 minutes .
On weekends, Flix Mexico offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to León.
Book Turistar from Mexico City to León from SEK 707. There are 2 trips per day offered by Turistar from Mexico City to León and you can expect on average to pay for a Turistar ticket to León. In Mexico City, Turistar departs to León from Mexico City Calz Taxquena . In León, Turistar arrives at León GJ Bus Station .
An average trip on Turistar from Mexico City to León takes 6 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Turistar trip will get you to León in 4 hours and 46 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Mexico City to León
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 203 miles from Mexico City to León. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 46 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in León. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to León, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mexico City to León, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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
Where does the bus leave from in Mexico City?
Main departure station: Central de Autobuses
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.
All bus stations in Mexico City:
Central de Autobuses
Mexico City Buenavista (Forum)
Buenavista - San Pedro Santa Clara
Mexico City Calz Taxquena
Mexico City Poniente Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in León?
Main arrival station: León (Soriana Hiper Maravillas)
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in León.
All bus stations in León:
León (Soriana Hiper Maravillas)
León GJ Bus Station
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