How to get from Mexico City to Teotihuacan by Bus
How to get from Mexico City to Teotihuacan, the world-famous UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, with Autobuses Teotihuacan.
I have been to Teotihuacan twice. Once in 2020 alone, once in 2021 with Miss CDMX.
I have just been to the Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to check out the latest bus fares so I could update this blog post.
Prices correct as of 21/02/2024.
To have the most accurate and up-to-date information, checking stuff is part of my job.
The back story is from 2020 with more details added and of course the new ticket price, the most essential part of the blog.
I have been to Teotihuacan twice. Once in 2020 alone, once in 2021 with Miss CDMX.
I have just been to the Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to check out the latest bus fares so I could update this blog post.
Prices correct as of 21/02/2024.
To have the most accurate and up-to-date information, checking stuff is part of my job.
The back story is from 2020 with more details added and of course the new ticket price, the most essential part of the blog.
Buses to Teotihuacan depart regularly from the Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte in Mexico City, across from the "Autobuses del Norte" metro station which is on LINE 5. For details on how to use the Metro in Mexico City, I of course have all the details.
Chances are you'll be transiting at La Raza Metro Station. It's the longest transfer in Mexico City. Then at Autobuses del Norte, just follow the signs:
Chances are you'll be transiting at La Raza Metro Station. It's the longest transfer in Mexico City. Then at Autobuses del Norte, just follow the signs:
Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte:
But first, time for some breakfast:
or a coffee 28 pesos at SuperVoy:
There are also Popeyes, Burger King, Subway and of course numerous Mexican outlets.
How much is the bus from Mexico City to Teotihuacan?
Buses from Mexico City to Teotihuacán are operated by Autobuses Teotihuacán. The ticket price as of February 2024 is 60 pesos single / 120 pesos return. You can buy either a single or a return ticket.
Price as of May 2024 is 68 pesos!!!!
Price as of May 2024 is 68 pesos!!!!
Mexico City to Teotihuacan: 120 pesos round trip (the $ symbol is for Mexican pesos, not USD):
Can you pay with credit or debit card?
No. TIckets are ¡Solo Efectivo! Cash Only!
If you need cash, there are Santander, Citibanamex and Scotiabank ATMs though I would never use them for security reasons. ATMs are not checked regularly by bank staff and can be tampered with. It's not a Mexico thing. It's Standard Operating Procedure. Cajeros = ATMs in Spanish!
So my advice would be, to get local cash before you go to Teotihuacan!! Inbursa has the lowest ATM withdrawal fees in Mexico but can be a little hard to find. Citibanamex is the cheapest of the more common banks.
There is a money changer which accepts US Dollars, Canadian, Euros and Pound Sterling.
There is a money changer which accepts US Dollars, Canadian, Euros and Pound Sterling.
Here is my ticket from 2020. Check how the ticket has the vehicle number on it (219).
The journey time was 1 hr 3 minutes. Some blogs are quoting just 45 minutes, this is very unrealistic/ambitious.
I travelled there during covid and on a Saturday morning. Traffic was minimal. Allow at least 1 hr 15 and if you get stuck in traffic, enjoy the time!
Arrival point at the Teotihuancan Archaeological site is at Gate 1 where you buy your ticket.
I travelled there during covid and on a Saturday morning. Traffic was minimal. Allow at least 1 hr 15 and if you get stuck in traffic, enjoy the time!
Arrival point at the Teotihuancan Archaeological site is at Gate 1 where you buy your ticket.
How much does it cost to enter Teotihuacan?
Details from the official website, February 2024:
This is my photo from 2020. The entrance fee to Teotihuacan is now 90 pesos! The other fees have gone up to.
- Teotihuacan is open 365 days a year
- Teotihuacan is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- REMEMBER it is not allowed to climb to the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon
- Entry cost is 90.00 pesos per person
This is my photo from 2020. The entrance fee to Teotihuacan is now 90 pesos! The other fees have gone up to.
To return to Mexico City, buses stop outside Gate 2. If you already have you return ticket, great, otherwise just pay the driver, cash only.
Traffic is mostly horrendous. You can save time by getting off at Indios Verdes and continue your journey using the Metro.
Traffic is mostly horrendous. You can save time by getting off at Indios Verdes and continue your journey using the Metro.