How do I get from Taxco to Mexico City by bus?

Take an ADO or Estrella Blanca bus from Taxco's Central de Autobuses (on the highway below town) to Terminal Tasqueña in Mexico City. The trip takes 2.5–3 hours and costs 190–280 MXN ($9–$14 USD) for first class. Buses run throughout the day. From Tasqueña, take Metro Line 2 (blue line) into the city center, or catch an Uber. Do NOT expect to arrive at TAPO or Terminal Norte — all Taxco buses use Tasqueña.

How long is the drive from Taxco to Mexico City?

By car via MEX-95D (the toll highway), Taxco to Mexico City is approximately 172 km (107 miles) and takes 2.5–3 hours in normal conditions. Tolls run 80–120 MXN. During Semana Santa (especially Easter Sunday April 5, 2026), the return journey can take 5–7 hours as hundreds of thousands of vehicles leave Taxco and surrounding areas simultaneously. Leave very early (before 6 AM) or wait until Monday evening.

Which bus terminal does Taxco use to Mexico City?

Buses from Taxco use the Taxco Central de Autobuses, located on the Acapulco highway below the town center — about a 10-minute mototaxi ride (15–20 MXN) from Plaza Borda. They arrive at Terminal Tasqueña (Terminal del Sur) in Mexico City, on Metro Line 2. Do not expect to arrive at TAPO, Terminal Norte, or Terminal Poniente — Taxco is exclusively served by Tasqueña.

Is there a direct bus from Taxco to Mexico City?

Yes — ADO runs direct Taxco–Mexico City buses without stops, arriving at Terminal Tasqueña in 2.5 hours. Estrella Blanca also runs direct services (segunda clase, cheaper but slightly slower at 3–3.5 hrs). There's no need to connect through Cuernavaca or Chilpancingo. Book tickets online at ado.com.mx or buy at the Taxco bus station.

When should I leave Taxco to avoid Semana Santa traffic?

During Semana Santa 2026 (Easter Sunday April 5), Taxco fills with 150,000–200,000 visitors who all try to leave on Sunday. Best strategy: leave Saturday evening after the last procession, or Sunday before 7 AM. Alternatively, book a room for Sunday night and drive back Monday when traffic clears. The stretch from Taxco to the Federal District toll booth (around Tres Marías) is the worst bottleneck — allow 2× normal drive time minimum on Easter Sunday.

Taxco to Mexico City 2026: Bus, Car & Every Way to Get Back

Taxco is 172 km (107 miles) north of Mexico City via the MEX-95D toll highway. By ADO bus from Taxco’s Central de Autobuses, the journey to Terminal Tasqueña in CDMX takes 2.5 hours and costs 190–280 MXN ($9–$14 USD). By car, the drive is 2.5–3 hours. This guide covers every option — plus critical Semana Santa return traffic warnings for 2026.

Baroque Santa Prisca Church in Taxco, Guerrero with colonial silver-city rooftops below — the last view before heading back to Mexico City

Taxco to Mexico City: Options at a Glance

Option	Time	Cost	Best For
ADO bus	2.5 hrs	190–280 MXN	Most travelers, no car
Estrella Blanca (2nd class)	3–3.5 hrs	120–160 MXN	Tightest budget
Driving (MEX-95D)	2.5–3 hrs	80–120 MXN tolls + gas	Flexibility
Organized tour (return)	Half day	800–2,000 MXN	Day-trippers from CDMX
Private transfer	2.5 hrs	1,800–3,000 MXN	Families, door-to-door

Option 1: ADO Bus from Taxco (Recommended)

ADO runs the most comfortable direct service from Taxco to Terminal Tasqueña in Mexico City.

Step-by-step:

Get to the Taxco bus station: take a mototaxi (15–20 MXN) from Plaza Borda down to the highway-level Central de Autobuses — the station is not walkable from the historic center
Buy your ticket at the station counter or online at ado.com.mx
Board your direct ADO bus — no stops, 2.5 hours to CDMX
Arrive at Terminal Tasqueña (also called Terminal del Sur), on Metro Line 2 (blue line) at Tasqueña station
From Tasqueña: take Metro Line 2 toward the center, or catch an Uber/taxi

Cost: 190–280 MXN first class | 120–160 MXN Estrella Blanca segunda clase
Frequency: Multiple departures throughout the day
Journey time: 2.5 hrs (first class) | 3–3.5 hrs (segunda clase)

Terminal Tasqueña is your arrival point — not TAPO, not Terminal Norte. Many Google Maps queries incorrectly show TAPO as the CDMX bus station for Taxco. This is wrong — only Tasqueña (Terminal del Sur) handles Taxco routes.

Narrow cobblestone streets of Taxco, Guerrero with white colonial buildings and the famous silver market

Option 2: Driving via MEX-95D

The MEX-95D (also called the Autopista México–Cuernavaca–Taxco) is a modern 4-lane toll highway connecting Taxco directly to Mexico City.

Route from Taxco:

Exit Taxco via the Acapulco highway toward Iguala/Taxco toll booth
Take MEX-95D north toward Cuernavaca
Continue on MEX-95D to Mexico City (Periférico Sur entry or Insurgentes)
Total tolls: 80–120 MXN (approximately 3–4 booths)
Total distance: 172 km
Total time: 2.5–3 hours in normal conditions

Entry points into Mexico City: Insurgentes Sur or Periférico Sur — both connect to the city’s ring road and major neighborhoods (Coyoacán, Tlalpan, Roma, Polanco).

Need a rental car? RentCars compares rates from all major agencies at Taxco and CDMX locations.

Handcrafted sterling silver jewelry and artisan pieces displayed at Taxco market stalls — the famous silver city souvenirs to bring back

Option 3: Organized Tour (Day-Trippers)

Most organized Taxco day trips from Mexico City include round-trip transportation — if you booked a tour to get there, your return is already covered.

If you arrived independently and want a guided return, tour operators in Taxco offer return transfers to CDMX:

Private transfer back: 1,800–3,000 MXN for a van or sedan
Shared shuttle: Less common from Taxco than from tourist corridors like Oaxaca or Cancun, but some operators run weekend services

Check with your accommodation or the Taxco tourism office near Plaza Borda for current providers.

Arriving in Mexico City: Terminal Tasqueña Guide

When your bus arrives at Terminal Tasqueña (Calle Tasqueña 1320, Coyoacán):

Metro: Walk to the Tasqueña Metro station — it’s directly connected to the terminal. Take Line 2 (blue) northbound toward the city center. Stops include Xola, Viaducto, Etiopía/Plaza de la Transparencia, Ermita, and Portales. Transfer to Line 3 or Line 9 for Roma, Polanco, or the Centro Histórico.
Uber: Available directly at Terminal Tasqueña (works in CDMX without restrictions). Allow 20–45 min to most central neighborhoods depending on traffic.
Metro + Metrobús: Fastest combination for the Centro Histórico — Line 2 to Hidalgo or Bellas Artes stations.
Taxi: Official authorized taxis at the terminal. Agree on a fare or use the metered stands inside.

🚨 Semana Santa Return Traffic Warning (2026)

If you’re visiting Taxco for Semana Santa 2026 (Holy Week ends Easter Sunday April 5, 2026), plan your return carefully:

What happens: Taxco attracts 150,000–200,000 visitors for Semana Santa — nearly double the town’s permanent population. They all try to leave on the same routes.

The bottlenecks:

MEX-95D toward Mexico City (especially the Tres Marías section)
MEX-95 libre (free road via Cuernavaca) used by those avoiding tolls
The Taxco town exit ramps themselves (mototaxis and buses compete for space)

Best return strategies:

Strategy	When	Time Expected
Leave after Good Friday processions	Fri night / Sat morning	+1–2 hrs vs normal
Leave Saturday evening	After midnight	Near normal
Leave Easter Sunday morning	Before 7 AM	+1.5–2 hrs
Leave Easter Sunday midday	12 PM–8 PM	5–7 hours. Avoid.
Stay Sunday night, leave Monday	Monday from 7 AM	Normal

Best tip: Book your return ADO bus ticket BEFORE you arrive in Taxco. Easter Sunday buses sell out. If you’re driving, Sunday before 6 AM or Monday morning are your best windows.

Jardín Borda garden in Taxco city center, Guerrero — the main plaza where taxis and mototaxis depart to the bus station

Getting to the Taxco Bus Station

The Taxco Central de Autobuses is located on the highway below town (Carretera México–Acapulco km 180), not in the historic center.

From Plaza Borda:

Mototaxi: 15–20 MXN, 5–8 minutes — the standard way and the only practical option on Taxco’s steep streets
Taxi: 40–70 MXN if you have luggage
Walking: Not recommended — significant elevation descent and highway access

From your hotel:

Ask the front desk to call a mototaxi or arrange a taxi if you have bags

Which Option Is Best for You?

Traveler Type	Best Option
Solo traveler, no car	ADO bus from Tasqueña
Budget traveler	Estrella Blanca segunda clase
Family with kids	Private transfer or organized tour
Road tripper	Drive MEX-95D, leave early
Day-tripper from CDMX	Your organized tour handles it
Semana Santa visitor	ADO (book in advance), leave before Sun 7 AM

Traditional Taxco cuisine including pozol, jumiles, and local Guerrero street food specialties

What Awaits You in Mexico City

Arriving at Terminal Tasqueña puts you in Coyoacán — one of Mexico City’s most charming neighborhoods.

Worth stopping for before heading to your accommodation:

Mercado de Coyoacán — excellent breakfast options, local food stalls
Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) — a 10-minute walk from the terminal (book online in advance)
Jardín del Centenario — the main plaza with cafés and jardín atmosphere

From Coyoacán, Metro Line 2 connects you to the rest of the city in 20–30 minutes.

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Panoramic view of Taxco, Guerrero with white colonial buildings cascading down the hillside and Santa Prisca Church at center