Mexico City to Tuxtla by train
Tuxtla lies 702 km (436 mi) south-east of Mexico City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 5 min at the speeds typical of Mexico rail, over roughly 856 km (532 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mexico City | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 12.3 million | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 2,240 m (7,349 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Stations on record | Buenavista Station | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Tuxtla from Mexico City?
702 km (436 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Mexico City; by road roughly 856 km (532 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mexico City to Tuxtla by train?
About 10 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mexico City and Tuxtla?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
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.