The project, managed by the Mexican Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT), involves the construction of 225 kilometers of track, with an extension to over 240 kilometers. The rail line will serve daily commuters and aims to improve transportation between the capital and nearby states.
Once operational, the service will cater to approximately 30,000 daily travellers between Mexico City and Querétaro, providing an alternative to road-based travel. The rail network is expected to improve connectivity across the State of Mexico, Hidalgo, and Querétaro, benefiting an estimated six million people.
The trains are designed to travel at speeds of up to 160 km/h, reducing travel time to 1 hour and 40 minutes between key stations, including Buenavista in Mexico City and San Juan del Río in Querétaro. Each train will have a capacity of 450 passengers, and travel costs are expected to decrease by around 40%.
The railway will utilize existing infrastructure, including two dedicated passenger tracks, integrating with other forms of public transport such as Metro Line B, Metrobús, and Querebús. The project will directly affect 22 municipalities, spanning from Mexico City through Hidalgo and into Querétaro.
