No, you cannot take an Amtrak train directly into Mexico. Amtrak's routes operate exclusively within the United States and Canada.
While Amtrak does not offer international rail service into Mexico, its network provides convenient access to several U.S. cities located very close to the Mexican border. From these points, travelers can easily cross into Mexico via local transportation.
Closest Amtrak Stations to the Mexican Border
Amtrak's Texas Eagle and Sunset Limited routes are the closest you can get to the U.S.-Mexico border by train. These routes offer stops in key Texas cities that are just a short distance from major border crossings.
Here are the primary stations providing the closest access:
- Del Rio, Texas:
- Amtrak Route: Served by both the Texas Eagle and Sunset Limited.
- Proximity to Border: The Del Rio station is located less than 3.5 miles from the nearest border crossing into Ciudad Acuña, Mexico.
- El Paso, Texas:
- Amtrak Route: Primarily served by the Sunset Limited, with connections to the Texas Eagle.
- Proximity to Border: The El Paso station is remarkably close, under 1.5 miles from the main crossing point into Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
Traveling from Border Stations to Mexico
Once you arrive at these Amtrak stations, you would need to arrange alternative local transportation to cross the border. Options typically include:
- Taxis or Rideshares: Readily available in border cities to take you to the pedestrian or vehicle border crossings.
- Public Buses: Some cities may offer local bus services that reach the border.
- Walking: In El Paso, the pedestrian crossing to Ciudad Juárez is a manageable distance from the Amtrak station for those without heavy luggage.
This approach allows travelers to utilize Amtrak for the majority of their journey to the border region, then transition to local transport for the final leg into Mexico.
