How long does it take from Bellas Artes to Observatorio by metro?

The journey from Bellas Artes to Observatorio takes approximately 43 minutes by Mexico City Metro, covering 15.46 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bellas Artes to Observatorio?

The token fare from Bellas Artes to Observatorio is MX$5. With a smart card the fare is MX$5 (save MX$0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's MX$5.

Which platform at Bellas Artes for Observatorio?

At Bellas Artes, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Cuatro Caminos. Look for the electronic board showing "Cuatro Caminos".

What is the last train from Bellas Artes to Observatorio?

The last train from Bellas Artes towards Cuatro Caminos departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Observatorio back towards Bellas Artes departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bellas Artes to Observatorio?

There are 10 stops between Bellas Artes and Observatorio on the Línea 2. The stations are: Bellas Artes, Hidalgo.

Bellas Artes To Observatorio

ShortestShortest Route

Bellas Artes

Platform 2·underground·Línea 2Towards Cuatro Caminos

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Hidalgo

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.8 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Hidalgo — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 3 ·Platform 3 Towards Indios Verdes

+5 min

Hidalgo

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 3Towards Indios Verdes

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Juárez

+3.72 min

3.72 min · 1.77 km

Balderas

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.54 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Balderas — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Observatorio

+5 min

Balderas

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Observatorio

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Cuauhtémoc

+3.12 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Insurgentes

+6.26 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Juanacatlán

+15.66 min

3.14 min · 1.45 km

Tacubaya

orange interchange

+18.78 min

3.12 min · 1.44 km

Observatorio

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.12 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

15.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bellas Artes	05:00	23:00	Towards Cuatro Caminos
Observatorio	05:00	00:00	Towards Bellas Artes

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

MX$5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

MX$5

Save MX$0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

MX$5

Save MX$0 per ride

Use your Mexico City Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.96 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~62 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

MX$5

Bike

MX$102

Auto

MX$216

Cab

MX$390

Estimates for 15.46 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Bellas Artes

underground

Bellas Artes, Mexico City, Mexico

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Observatorio

underground

Observatorio, Mexico City, Mexico

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Observatorio exit 1· Observatorio area♿

Observatorio exit 2· Observatorio area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines