What is the cheapest way to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte?

The cheapest way to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte is to drive which costs $1000 - $1500 and takes 11h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte?

The fastest way to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte is to fly and train which takes 9h 13m and costs $3900 - $8500.

Is there a direct train between Chihuahua and El Fuerte?

No, there is no direct train from Chihuahua to El Fuerte. However, there are services departing from Chihuahua and arriving at El Fuerte via Creel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

How far is it from Chihuahua to El Fuerte?

The distance between Chihuahua and El Fuerte is 528 km. The road distance is 568.6 km.

How do I travel from Chihuahua to El Fuerte without a car?

The best way to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 14m and costs $2500 - $8000.

How long does it take to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte?

It takes approximately 12h 14m to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chihuahua to El Fuerte train from?

Chihuahua to El Fuerte train services, operated by Chepe, depart from Chihuahua station.

What is the time difference between Chihuahua and El Fuerte?

El Fuerte is 1h behind Chihuahua. It is currently 7:47 PM in Chihuahua and 6:47 PM in El Fuerte.

Where does the Chihuahua to El Fuerte train arrive?

Chihuahua to El Fuerte train services, operated by Chepe, arrive at Creel station.

Can I drive from Chihuahua to El Fuerte?

Yes, the driving distance between Chihuahua to El Fuerte is 569 km. It takes approximately 11h 2m to drive from Chihuahua to El Fuerte.

Where can I stay near El Fuerte?

There are eight+ hotels available in El Fuerte.

Chihuahua to El Fuerte - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chihuahua to Barrancas del Cobrebus
2. Take the train from Divisadero to El Fuertetrain Chepe Express
12h 14m
$2,496–7,769
Drive 568.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chihuahua to El Fuertecar 568.6 km
11h 2m
$1,010–1,458
Bus, train via Chihuahua
1. Take the bus from Chihuahua to Divisaderobus
2. Take the train from Divisadero to El Fuertetrain Chepe Express
18h 18m
$2,406–7,200
Fly to Los Mochis International Airport, train
1. Fly from General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) to Los Mochis International Airport (LMM)plane CUU - LMM
2. Take the train from Los Mochis to El Fuertetrain
9h 13m
$3,949–8,241
Train
1. Take the train from Chihuahua to Creeltrain Chepe Regional Chihuahua to Creel
2. Take the train from Creel to El Fuertetrain Chepe Express
15h 30m
$3,909–11,610
Fly to Culiacán International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) to Culiacán International Airport (CUL)plane CUU - CUL
2. Take the bus from Culiacán to Los Mochisbus
3. Take the train from Los Mochis to El Fuertetrain
13h 28m
$3,949–12,661

General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) to Los Mochis International Airport (LMM) flights

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9h 33mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte.

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Distance: 527.6 km
Duration: 12h 14m

What companies run services between Chihuahua, Mexico and El Fuerte, Estado de Sinaloa, Mexico?

You can take a train from Chihuahua to El Fuerte via Creel and El Fuerte in around 15h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Phone: 800 122 4373
Email: [email protected]
Website: chepe.mx

Train from Divisadero to El Fuerte

Ave. Duration: 6h 40m
Frequency: 3 times a week
Estimated price: $1,700–5,826
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $3,100–4,000
Tourist Class: $1,700–2,200
Executive Class: $2,300–2,900
First (High season): $5,826
Executive (High season): $3,968
Turist (High season): $3,040
First (Low season): $4,897
Executive (Low season): $3,462
Turist (Low season): $2,618

Train from Divisadero to El Fuerte

Ave. Duration: 6h 40m
Frequency: 3 times a week
Estimated price: $1,700–5,826
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $3,100–4,000
Tourist Class: $1,700–2,200
Executive Class: $2,300–2,900
First (High season): $5,826
Executive (High season): $3,968
Turist (High season): $3,040
First (Low season): $4,897
Executive (Low season): $3,462
Turist (Low season): $2,618

Train from Los Mochis to El Fuerte

Ave. Duration: 2h 20m
Frequency: 3 times a week
Estimated price: $1,000–2,400
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $1,900–2,400
Tourist Class: $1,000–1,400
Executive Class: $1,400–1,700

Train from Chihuahua to Creel

Ave. Duration: 5h 47m
Frequency: Twice a week
Estimated price: $1,639–4,300
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $3,400–4,300
Tourist Class: $1,900–2,400
Executive Class: $2,500–3,100

Train from Creel to El Fuerte

Ave. Duration: 8h 35m
Frequency: 3 times a week
Estimated price: $2,000–6,900
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $3,700–4,700
Tourist Class: $2,000–2,600
Executive Class: $2,800–3,400
First (High season): $6,900
Executive (High season): $4,700
Turist (High season): $3,600
First (Low season): $5,800
Executive (Low season): $4,100
Turist (Low season): $3,100

Train from Los Mochis to El Fuerte

Ave. Duration: 2h 20m
Frequency: 3 times a week
Estimated price: $1,000–2,400
Website: https://chepe.mx/en/

First Class: $1,900–2,400
Tourist Class: $1,000–1,400
Executive Class: $1,400–1,700

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How to get fromChihuahua to El Fuerteby bus, train, car, or plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chihuahua to El Fuerte by bus, train, car, or plane

Bus, train

Drive 568.6 km

Bus, train via Chihuahua

Fly to Los Mochis International Airport, train

Train

Fly to Culiacán International Airport, bus, train