Railroads and trains in Mexico

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After the privatization of the national railways, which took place in the late 90-ies of the last century, the passenger service ceased to exist due to unprofitability. Currently, commuter trains are in the greater Mexico City and through the Chihuahua (Chihuahua) - Los Mochis (Los-Mochis) to the north-west of the country. In the latter case, it is a tourist train, passing through a scenic canyon to the coast of the Gulf of California. In addition, there is a tourist train from Cancun deep into the Yucatan Peninsula, with a visit to the ancient Mayan cities. Tourist trains are usually very expensive and are popular with groups arriving with cruises.

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Mexico: Cancun and Chichen Itza will connect the new rail route

In the Mexican state of Quintana Roo (Quintana Roo) soon will launch a new high-speed train railway route Tren Transpeninsular. It will connect two key center of the Yucatan Peninsula (Yucatan) - Cancun (Cancun) and Chichen Itza (Chichén Itzá), which will allow visitors to experience the many sights of the region.

Currently train runs between Merida (Merida) and Punta Venado (Punta Venado), however, according to market research, the new version of the route will be much more popular and would "unload" several federal highways. Tourist flow is very tight. Cancun is deservedly regarded as the most popular destination in Mexico, besides all travelers heading to the Mayan Riviera (Riviera Maya), also come to Cancun.

The train will be a convenient option for travelers moving Yucatan, it will be a definite plus, and the possibility of visiting Chichen Itza: grand archaeological complex built by the Mayan tribes in the VII century BC and consists of several pyramids that before the arrival of the Spanish conquerors used by Indians for religious rituals

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Railways of Mexico

Railroads of Mexico - a few routes of local significance. Today, almost no railway system is operated. The train runs through the Chihuahua - Los Mochis tourism structure goes up Yutakana from Cancun. Near Mexico City travel trains linking the suburbs to the capital. The transport sector of the state is represented by rail, sea, air and road transport.
Railroads in Mexico

High-quality transport system is absent because of difficult terrain. This feature for a long time served as a barrier to economic development. Gradually expanding transport network, but remote areas remain inaccessible. In connection with this situation a major role in the transport of air traffic is given.

Railroad tracks stretch for 27 thousand km. Trains provide 80% of shipments. The largest railway companies in the country: KCSM, Ferromex, Ferrosur and others. Part of the railways operated by a public company "Ferrokarriles nasonales de Mexico." Sea transported about 32% of goods. In Mexico, there are 12 ports of Acapulco, Veracruz, Manzanillo and others.

The main road in front of the nationalization was considered the Interoceanic Railway of Mexico. After the privatization in the 90s temporarily ceased passenger service, which has become unprofitable. Rail freight system is operated by different companies under government concessions. The message focuses on freight. Ways to connect ports with the industrial centers of the state. Passenger traffic was limited to tourist trains until 2008. Then opened the suburban railway between the capital and the state of Mexico. Furthermore, in Mexico City has subway which actively operated.
Mexican routes

Currently, popular among passengers enjoy hiking trails. In the northwest runs trains through the canyon to the shore of the Gulf of California. He goes to the Chihuahua and returned. The journey takes 16 hours. Two tourist structure is sent from Guadalajara in Jalisco. Pick up a ticket for the desired route, please visit transport.marshruty.ru. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance. Students receive a discount.

Urban rail systems are presented tram lines and metro. Today, there is a restoration of passenger traffic. Construction of new lines is conducted from 2014 Intercity trains will run at a speed of about 300 km / h on the route Mexico City - Toluca.