How long does it take from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio by metro?

The journey from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio takes approximately 20 minutes by Mexico City Metro, covering 7.05 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio?

The token fare from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio 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 Lázaro Cárdenas for Observatorio?

At Lázaro Cárdenas, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Tacubaya. Look for the electronic board showing "Tacubaya".

What is the last train from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio?

The last train from Lázaro Cárdenas towards Tacubaya departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Observatorio back towards Lázaro Cárdenas departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Lázaro Cárdenas to Observatorio?

There are 5 stops between Lázaro Cárdenas and Observatorio on the Línea 9. The stations are: Lázaro Cárdenas, Centro Médico, Chilpancingo, Patriotismo, Tacubaya.

Lázaro Cárdenas To Observatorio

ShortestShortest Route

Lázaro Cárdenas

Platform 2·underground·Línea 9Towards Tacubaya

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

Centro Médico

green interchange

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Chilpancingo

+6.1 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Patriotismo

+9.15 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Tacubaya

pink interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5.6 km

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

interchange Tacubaya — 5 min

Platform 5 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Observatorio

+5 min

Tacubaya

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Observatorio

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

Observatorio

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

7.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lázaro Cárdenas	05:00	23:00	Towards Tacubaya
Observatorio	05:00	00:00	Towards Lázaro Cárdenas

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

0.95 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.44 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

MX$5

Bike

MX$52

Auto

MX$114

Cab

MX$206

Estimates for 7.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Lázaro Cárdenas

underground

Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico City, Mexico

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Observatorio

underground

Observatorio, Mexico City, Mexico

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Observatorio exit 1· Observatorio area♿

Observatorio exit 2· Observatorio area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines