Public transit in Mexico City
Mexico City runs on the Mexico City Metro + Metrobus + Suburbano. Here's everything you need to know before you arrive.
At a glance
System name
Mexico City Metro + Metrobus + Suburbano
Lines / network size
12 metro lines
Single fare
5 pesos (Metro flat fare)
Day pass
No day pass offered
How you pay
Reloadable MB card
Top tip
Mexico City Metro is the world's 2nd cheapest. Avoid rush hour (it gets brutally packed). Women + children only cars at the front of each train.
⚠ Heads up: common scam
Pickpockets on packed cars — wear bags in front, no phone in hand.