Introduction to the Trolebús Chalco-Santa Marta
On Sunday, May 18th, the Línea 11 of the Trolebús, connecting Santa Marta with Chalco, officially commenced operations, as announced by the Servicio de Transportes Eléctricos (STE). This new public transportation line spans 18.5 kilometers, stretching from the Iztapalapa borough in Mexico City to Chalco, a municipality in the State of Mexico.
Route and Stations
During its initial phase, the Línea 11 offers service at the following stations: Santa Marta, Parque de la Mujer, Cuauhtémoc, Puente Rojo, Puente Blanco, Parque Tejones, José María Martínez, Amalinalco, and Chalco.
Tariff and Operating Hours
The service operates on two routes: Santa Marta-Chalco and Constitución de 1917-Chalco. Operating hours are from Monday to Saturday, 04:30 to 00:30 hours, and on Sundays and holidays from 05:00 to 00:00 hours.
The general fare is set at 13 pesos. However, the service remains free for adults over 60 years old, individuals with disabilities, and children under five years of age.
Intermodal Connection
The new line provides a strategic intermodal connection from the Santa Marta station, linking to the Line A of the Metro, the Line 2 of the Cablebús, RTP routes, and other systems operating in the Centro de Transferencia Modal (CETRAM).
Collaborative Effort
This new trolebús is part of a joint strategy between the Mexican government, Mexico City, and the State of Mexico to offer more efficient, modern, and sustainable public transportation.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Línea 11 Trolebús? The Línea 11 is a new public transportation line connecting Santa Marta in Mexico City to Chalco, a municipality in the State of Mexico.
- When did it start operations? The Línea 11 officially began operations on May 18th, 2023.
- What is the fare? The general fare is 13 pesos, but it’s free for seniors over 60, individuals with disabilities, and children under five.
- What are the operating hours? The service runs from Monday to Saturday, 04:30 to 00:30 hours, and on Sundays and holidays from 05:00 to 00:00 hours.
- How many stations are currently operational? Six out of the total eleven planned stations are still under construction.
- What makes this trolebús unique? It features 100% electric, emission-free vehicles with WiFi, CCTV cameras, braille signage, wheelchair spaces, and priority seating for women.
Pending Stations and Project Details
Six stations remain under construction: Unión de Guadalupe, La Covadonga y Ejidal in Chalco due to the installation of a rainwater collector, and Teotongo, La Virgen y Xico along the Mexico-Puebla highway.
This project, supported by federal, state, and city governments, aims to enhance mobility in the densely populated and transportation-challenged eastern part of the Valley of Mexico.
- 100% electric units with zero emissions and noise
- Maximum speed of 60 km/h and autonomy of 75 km without recharging
- Initially operating with 102 new trolebuses, with a projected total of 194 units
- Initial capacity: 120,000 daily passengers, projected to reach 230,000 in its mature phase
- Each trolebus measures 18 meters and includes amenities such as WiFi, connected CCTV cameras, braille signage, wheelchair spaces, designated areas for women, and spaces for service animals.
