Mexico City Metro
A distinctive orange Mexico City metro on surface track near Metro General Anaya on Line 2
The Mexico City Metro (formally: Sistema de Transporte Colectivo (SCT) Metro) provides metro (mass transit) transportation to large areas of the Mexican Federal District.
It was the world's first metro system to identify its stations by means of symbols. It is also one of the cheapest – a ticket from any station to any other currently costs a mere MXN $2.00 (EUR 0.13 or USD 0.19).
The Metro system first opened to the public in 1969. It has expanded since then in a series of fits and starts; it currently comprises 11 lines and 177 kilometres of passenger track.
See also
- List of Mexico City metro stations – itemisation of lines and stations, together with detailed information on inauguration dates and distances, etc.
- Xochimilco Light Rail – light rail line that connects with the Metro network
- Metrobús – bus rapid transit line (under construction)
External links
- Mexico City Metro (official)
Map of the entire Metro network
President Gustavo Díaz Ordaz inaugurates the Mexico City Metro in 1969
Sample Metro tickets
Categories: Mexico City | Metros in North America | Mexico City metro stations