Mérida to Tuxtla by train
Tuxtla lies 595 km (370 mi) south-west of Mérida, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 8 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Mexico rail, over roughly 726 km (451 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mérida | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.2 million | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
| Postal codes | 21920–97203 | 73440 |
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Common questions
How far is Tuxtla from Mérida?
595 km (370 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mérida; by road roughly 726 km (451 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mérida to Tuxtla by train?
About 8 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mérida and Tuxtla?
No, both are on America/Merida at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.