Mexico City to Toluca by train
Toluca lies 57 km (36 mi) west of Mexico City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 49 min at the speeds typical of Mexico rail, over roughly 70 km (43 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mexico City | Toluca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 12.3 million | 489,333 |
| Elevation | 2,240 m (7,349 ft) | 2,671 m (8,763 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Stations on record | Buenavista Station | Toluca Centro Station, Zinacantepec Station |
Where to book trains from Mexico City to Toluca
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Staying in Toluca
Our booking partner lists 99 places to stay in Toluca. Of the 64 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (36), and 1 are five-star. Across 35 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 11,041 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Toluca from Mexico City?
57 km (36 mi) in a straight line, west of Mexico City; by road roughly 70 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mexico City to Toluca by train?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mexico City and Toluca?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.
Where can I stay in Toluca?
Our booking partner lists 99 places to stay in Toluca, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.