Transportation Guides for Mexico

A Mexican driver’s license is easy to get as a resident and doubles as your local ID. Here is what each state asks for, the written and driving tests, the 500 to 850 peso fee, and the road rules that keep you out of trouble at checkpoints.

Owning a car in Mexico runs roughly MXN22,000 to MXN61,000 a year once you add up plates, tenencia, insurance, servicing, gas, and tolls. Here is the full breakdown so you can decide whether it beats renting.

Mexico’s city buses are cheap, frequent, and easy once you know the system. Here are the bus types, how to pay by cash or transit card, the apps that actually track routes, and how to flag your stop, usually for under 10 pesos a ride.

In this article, I’m going to show you a step-by-step guide on how to bring a car to Mexico, including when you need it, the application process, where to get car insurance, and more. At the end of the article, you will also learn how to nationalize your car in Mexico.

Filling up in Mexico means full-service: an attendant pumps your gas for you. Here’s how it works, from the main brands (Pemex, Oxxo Gas) and the green-Magna versus red-Premium fuel types to tipping and the pump and card scams to watch for.

Renting a car in Mexico is straightforward but has real pitfalls: your home insurance and credit card almost certainly don’t cover Mexican liability, and the final price at the counter often surprises first-timers. This guide walks through everything you need to know.

Mexico’s transport options run from a 5-peso metro ride in Mexico City to comfortable first-class buses connecting every corner of the country. This guide covers metro systems, intercity buses, taxis, rideshares, driving, and cycling, with honest safety tips for each.

Driving in Mexico is rewarding but comes with its own rules, road conditions, and cultural quirks. This guide covers license requirements, driving laws, toll roads, police checkpoints, and safety tips to help you navigate confidently.

Foreigners in Mexico can buy and register a car, but the process involves more steps than most countries. This guide covers the CURP, RFC, and residency requirements, and how to navigate buying new vs. used.