Getting around by train Mexico

Chepe Express. The brand new Chepe Express train, more spacious and luxurious, is entirely dedicated to tourists. It only leaves on certain days and only serves the Bahuichivo, El Fuerte, Divisadero and Creel stations. Prior reservation is required.

Chepe Regional. Also leaves only on certain days, very early in the morning. It continues to serve all the stations on the line, ideal for visiting the intermediate villages. It is the most economical solution. Reservations are not necessary, you can pay when you get on the train.

To reach Creel by train, you have to take the Chepe Regional and eventually change for the Chepe Express at Creel or continue with this one (more economical). The advantage here is that the doors remain open between the cars and you can bend down to breathe the fresh air and take nice pictures... You only pay for your ticket up to the chosen stop and then another ticket to get to the next one. You can pay directly in the train, but it is still recommended to book your ticket in advance.

This very recent tram allows you to reach the historic center of Puebla in 40 minutes, and vice versa. It's a good option if you're staying at a hotel in Cholula and want to visit Puebla during the day, especially since it's free. During the trip, there is not much to see, but at least you can avoid the traffic jams and let yourself be transported. It is advisable to arrive well in advance, especially at weekends. Three return trips per day on weekdays and five on weekends.

This modern and recent tram allows to reach the center of Puebla from the Zona Arqueológica de Cholula, and vice versa, in 40 minutes. Very convenient. The scenery is rather gloomy, but the main thing is that it is your best option to visit Cholula during the day. It runs every day of the week, between 7am and 6pm, with two extra departures on Saturday and Sunday. Convenient and friendly.

This is the latest Chepe train, designed for tourism, which serves only five of the most visited stations: Creel - Divisadero - Bahuichivo - El Fuerte - Los Mochis. The windows are panoramic, to enjoy the landscape, and those of the "terrace" go from the floor to the ceiling. For passengers, there are two classes: "Ejecutivo" and "Turista". It is the ideal means of transport to visit the main attractions of the barrancas, to be combined with the Chepe Regional depending on the secondary destinations you wish to access.

Vans/Shuttles