How long does it take from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad by metro?

The journey from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad takes approximately 34 minutes by Mexico City Metro, covering 13.82 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad?

The token fare from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad 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 Cuauhtémoc for Universidad?

At Cuauhtémoc, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Pantitlán. Look for the electronic board showing "Pantitlán".

What is the last train from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad?

The last train from Cuauhtémoc towards Pantitlán departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Universidad back towards Cuauhtémoc departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Cuauhtémoc to Universidad?

There are 8 stops between Cuauhtémoc and Universidad on the Línea 1. The stations are: Cuauhtémoc, Balderas.

Cuauhtémoc To Universidad

ShortestShortest Route

Cuauhtémoc

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pantitlán

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

Balderas

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.44 km

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

interchange Balderas — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 3 ·Platform 3 Towards Indios Verdes

+5 min

Balderas

pink interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 3Towards Indios Verdes

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

Niños Héroes

+3.7 min

3.7 min · 1.76 km

Hospital General

+7.42 min

3.72 min · 1.77 km

Coyoacán

+18.58 min

3.72 min · 1.77 km

Miguel Ángel de Quevedo

+22.3 min

3.72 min · 1.77 km

Universidad

Arrive Platform 1·underground12.38 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

13.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cuauhtémoc	05:00	23:00	Towards Pantitlán
Universidad	05:00	00:00	Towards Cuauhtémoc

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

1.87 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~55 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

MX$5

Bike

MX$92

Auto

MX$196

Cab

MX$354

Estimates for 13.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

ObservatorioPantitlán

Línea 1

Cuatro CaminosTasqueña

Línea 1

Indios VerdesUniversidad

Línea 1

El RosarioBarranca del Muerto

Línea 1

Departure station

Cuauhtémoc

underground

Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Mexico

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Universidad

underground

Universidad, Mexico City, Mexico

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Universidad exit 1· UNAM♿

Universidad exit 2· UNAM♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines