As the Semana Santa (Holy Week) of 2025 unfolds, many residents and visitors in Mexico City are gearing up for a mix of relaxation and religious observance. To accommodate the increased movement during this festive period, local transportation services have announced special operating hours for the Metro and Metrobús systems.
On Saturday, April 19, 2025, the Metro in Mexico City will operate from 6:00 AM to midnight, a shift aimed at ensuring that both locals and tourists can navigate the city with ease during the holiday. The following day, Sunday, April 20, the Metro will run from 7:00 AM to midnight, maintaining its usual schedule for the day of resurrection.
However, travelers should note that four stations on the Línea 1—Cuauhtémoc, Insurgentes, Sevilla, and Chapultepec—will remain closed throughout Semana Santa. This temporary closure is part of ongoing maintenance efforts, prompting users to consider alternative routes or modes of transportation.
Meanwhile, the Metrobús will also have adjusted hours, operating from 4:30 AM to midnight on Saturday, April 19, and from 5:00 AM to midnight on Sunday, April 20. The Metrobús system, known for its efficiency and extensive coverage, remains a reliable option for those looking to get around the city during the holiday.
In addition to these changes, the Sistema de Transporte Colectivo (STC) has introduced a special program called “Tu bicicleta viaja en Metro,” which allows users to bring their bicycles onto the Metro during this festive period. This initiative encourages eco-friendly travel and aims to accommodate the needs of cyclists, who are advised to use the first and last train cars and to avoid blocking doors or aisles.
On the outskirts of the city, the Sistema de Transporte Masivo y Teleférico del Estado de México (SITRAMyTEM) has also announced temporary adjustments for its services. For Thursday, April 17, and Friday, April 18, 2025, the Mexibús and Mexicable will operate with extended hours to meet the demands of increased travel.
The Mexibús Line I will run from Ojo de Agua from 4:00 AM to 12:29 AM, Ciudad Azteca from 4:46 AM to 1:15 AM, and AIFA from 4:50 AM to 11:50 PM. Line II will operate from Américas from 4:00 AM to 11:56 PM, Quebrada from 4:59 AM to 12:55 AM, and Río de los Remedios from 5:40 AM to 11:13 PM. Line III will serve Chimalhuacán from 4:00 AM to 12:12 AM, Pantitlán from 4:49 AM to 1:01 AM, Acuitlapilco from 4:00 AM to 12:13 AM, and Central de Abastos from 4:22 AM to 12:35 AM. Finally, Line IV will run from Terminal UMB from 4:00 AM to 11:25 PM and La Raza from 5:18 AM to 12:53 AM.
Both lines of the Mexicable will operate from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM during the specified days, ensuring that users have access to this unique mode of transportation that provides scenic views of the area.
As the holiday period continues, the Secretaría de Movilidad (Semovi) has also detailed the operating hours for other public transportation services across Mexico City. The Red de Transporte de Pasajeros (RTP) will run from 5:00 AM to midnight on both Thursday and Friday, and from 6:00 AM to midnight on Saturday. The Trolebús will operate from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM on all three days, while the Trolebús Elevado will run from 5:00 AM to midnight.
For those using the Tren Ligero, service will be available from 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM on Thursday, April 17, and from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM on both Friday and Saturday. The Cablebús will operate from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Thursday and Saturday, and from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Friday.
For cyclists, the ECOBICI service will be available from 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM on Thursday and Friday, and from 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM on Saturday. Biciestacionamientos will operate from 7:00 AM to midnight on Thursday and Friday, and from 6:00 AM to midnight on Saturday.
As for parking, parquímetros will operate as usual across the city during these days, while the Módulos de Control Vehicular y Licencias, Carga, Taxi Ruta, and Registro Público del Transporte will remain closed for the duration of the holiday.
In summary, the adjustments in transportation services during Semana Santa 2025 in Mexico City are designed to facilitate travel for both residents and visitors. With a variety of options available, from the Metro and Metrobús to the Mexibús and Mexicable, everyone can enjoy the festivities while moving around the city efficiently.
