Bus travel in Mexico
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Long-distance bus travel can be an interesting, inexpensive, and convenient way to see Mexico. This article describes only the long-distance inter-city bus services as well as inter-city buses that cross international borders. All major cities have their own urban bus transit systems that are described in the City articles.
UnderstandMexico has a world-class bus system, and service efficiency is on par with trains in Europe and East Asia.
ClassesBuses offer different levels of quality and comfort. Companies may use different terms for these classes, but there are generally three broad levels of service:
Bus stationsBus stations in Mexico can be large or small, modern or dated. They are typically called Central de Autobuses or Terminal de Autobuses. Small towns may have one or more company-owned terminals.
Major bus companiesThe companies listed below are some of the larger companies providing inter-city bus travel in Mexico. Some operate nationwide while others may focus on a specific region.
Cross-border busesYou can use buses to travel beyond Mexico to destinations in neighboring countries.
AnimalsPets are allowed on some bus lines while others do not allow them or have specific guidelines. As a rule, pets will only be accommodated on daytime routes of relatively short distance.
SafetyFirst-time visitors to Mexico might wonder if it's safe to ride the buses in Mexico.
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Bus travel in Mexico" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: Mrkstvns, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons