Tepoztlán seen from the Tepozteco summit, Morelos

Hiking the Tepozteco by bus from Mexico City

Q: How long is the hike to the Tepozteco?

About 2 km each way with roughly 300 m of ascent. Most people take 1–1½ hours up.

Q: What days is the Tepozteco open?

Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with last entry at 3:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, and can close during fire season.

Q: How much does the Tepozteco cost?

In 2026 INAH listed about MXN 105 for Mexicans and residents and about MXN 210 for foreign visitors. Bring cash.

Q: Is the Tepozteco hike difficult?

It is short but steep, with steps and ladders. Take it slowly; it is not recommended for people with heart or breathing problems.

Q: Can I book my ticket in English?

Yes. With ADO International you can book ADO tickets online in more than 12 languages and pay in more than 15 currencies. Digital boarding passes are sent by email, so you usually do not need to print your ticket. Keep your phone charged and your booking confirmation ready before boarding.

Q: How much luggage can I bring?

Each passenger can usually take up to 25 kg of checked baggage free of charge with ADO, plus one carry-on bag. Checked luggage travels in the compartment under the bus; keep your baggage tag until arrival. Keep your passport, valuables, electronics, and medication in your carry-on. Baggage policies can change, so check the latest conditions before travel.

Q: Do I need an ID to board?

Carry a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on your ticket. International travelers should carry their passport; Mexican citizens can use an official ID such as the INE. ID may be required for boarding checks, ticket changes, or cancellations.

Q: Can I cancel or change my ADO bus ticket?

ADO tickets can usually be rescheduled up to 60 minutes before departure at an ADO ticket office. You normally need the original ticket and an official ID matching the name on the ticket. Refunds may be issued as Saldo Max credit , not necessarily to the original payment method. Discounted advance-purchase tickets are usually more restrictive and may be non-refundable. Policies can change and may vary by fare type, route, and sales channel, so check the conditions shown when booking.

Climb a steep stone trail to a cliff-top Aztec pyramid above the town of Tepoztlán. Buses leave Mexico City's Terminal Sur about every 30 minutes, taking 1h 20min, from about US$12. An easy day trip for hikers.

The Tepozteco at a glance

Getting there and up to the pyramid:

37 buses a day from Mexico City Terminal Sur (Taxqueña) to Tepoztlán

Bus to Tepoztlán

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Walk 2 km to the trail, 1–1½ hours up

Bus fares from about US$12 · Site entry from about MXN 105

Getting to the Tepozteco: the essentials

The Tepozteco is a small pyramid dedicated to Tepoztécatl, god of pulque, perched on a cliff edge about 300 m above Tepoztlán, inside El Tepozteco National Park. The trail is a steep stone path with steps, about 2 km long.

Step 1: bus from Mexico City to Tepoztlán

Mexico City Terminal Sur (Taxqueña, Metro Line 2): 37 buses a day from 6:00 AM, about every 30 minutes, about 1h 20min, from US$12.
Back to Mexico City: about 40 buses a day from 5:25 AM into the evening, about 1h 15min.
See Mexico City to Tepoztlán.

Step 2: from the bus station to the trail

The bus station is on the southern edge of town, about 1 km from the main square. Walk through the centre to the end of Avenida del Tepozteco, where the trail starts, about 2 km in total.

Step 3: the climb

Allow 1–1½ hours up on a steep path with steps and, near the top, metal ladders. Plan 3–4 hours for the round trip and the site.
The archaeological site is open Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, last entry 3:00 PM; it is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Entry: in 2026 INAH listed about MXN 105 for Mexicans and residents and about MXN 210 for foreign visitors; sources differ, so bring cash.
No pets, drones, alcohol or smoking on the trail.

Bus times, travel times and fares on this page come from the ADO booking flow for Wednesday, December 2, 2026, and can change. Search your travel date for live times. Park fees, opening hours and local transport are set by each park, operator and driver; the figures here are approximate 2026 prices, so confirm them locally. Mountain conditions change quickly: check the weather and any park closures before you go.

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Tepozteco pyramid on the cliff edge in the mist, Tepoztlán

Tips for the Tepozteco

Go early on a weekday. Weekends are crowded and the steps get busy.
Fire season: from March to May fires can close the site and trails, as in 2025. Check before you travel.
Rainy season: June to September brings afternoon rain and slippery rock. October to February is the most pleasant time.
Wildlife: coatis at the top are used to stealing food. Don't feed them.
Gear: shoes with grip, 1.5 litres of water and a sun hat.

After the hike, explore Tepoztlán's weekend market and its 16th-century Dominican convent.

Photos via Wikimedia Commons. Top: Rafael Moriyama Inukai, CC BY-SA 4.0; Side: Ricardo Navarro, CC BY-SA 3.0.