Introduction and Relevance
Starting this Saturday, Mexico City has a new electric public transportation option: the Line 13 of the Trolebús network has begun operations, covering a 29.9-kilometer route connecting Constitution of 1917 with Mixcoac, passing through the boroughs of Iztapalapa, Coyoacán, and Benito Juárez.
Key Information about Line 13
Operated by the Servicio de Transportes Eléctricos (STE), this new service will transport approximately 36,000 passengers daily across 41 stops and two terminals using a fleet of 46 units, including 28 articulated and 18 simple buses.
- Modern Fleet: All buses are state-of-the-art, with a range of up to 75 kilometers and equipped with CCTV cameras, wheelchair ramps, dedicated seating for people with disabilities, low-floor access, and spaces designated for women.
Intermodal Connections with Other Transport Systems
The new Line 13 will enable intermodal travel with other transportation systems, such as Metro lines 2, 7, 8, and 12; Cablebús Line 2; Trolebús Lines 3 and 10; Metrobús Lines 1 and 5; RTP routes, and other options available at the Modal Transfer Centers (CETRAM) in Constitution of 1917 and Mixcoac.
- Direct Connection to Line 10: The line’s direct link to Line 10 at Constitution of 1917 allows travelers from Mixcoac to reach Santa Marta or even Chalco with just one transfer.
Operating Hours and Fares
The operating hours for Line 13 are from Monday to Sunday, 5:00 AM to 00:00 AM. The general fare is 7 pesos, with free access for children under five years old, people with disabilities, and adults aged 60 or older.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the new electric bus line in Mexico City? Line 13 of the Trolebús network, which connects Constitution of 1917 with Mixcoac through Iztapalapa, Coyoacán, and Benito Juárez.
- What are the key features of the buses on this line? The fleet consists of modern, state-of-the-art electric buses with CCTV cameras, wheelchair ramps, dedicated seating for people with disabilities, low-floor access, and spaces designated for women.
- How does Line 13 connect with other transportation systems? It enables intermodal travel with Metro lines, Cablebús, other Trolebús lines, Metrobús lines, RTP routes, and options available at CETRAM in Constitution of 1917 and Mixcoac.
- What are the operating hours and fares for Line 13? The service runs from Monday to Sunday, 5:00 AM to 00:00 AM. The fare is 7 pesos, with free access for children under five years old, people with disabilities, and adults aged 60 or older.
