Guanajuato Northern Central Highlands, Mexico Travel Guide
Guanajuato International Airport (BJX): Located in Silao, ~25 km (15.5 miles) from Guanajuato City (30-40 minute drive). This is the main airport, also known as Aeropuerto Internacional del Bajío.
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For international air travel, exit taxes are generally included in your airline ticket. You generally do not pay a separate fee at the airport.
Arrive at BJX airport at least 2-3 hours before scheduled international departure, 1.5-TWO hours for domestic flights flights.
Arrive at the Central de Autobuses at least 30-45 minutes before bus departure. Facilities at BJX and the bus the train station include food and shops.
The most common ways to get from Guanajuato International Airport (BJX) to Guanajuato City.
Connecting from The center of de Autobuses de Guanajuato to downtown.
Tickets are purchasable online via ClickBus, at bus station counters, or sometimes through hotel concierges. Booking in advance is recommended for popular routes or peak periods.
Passenger train services are very limited in Mexico. No direct tourist train services connect to Guanajuato. The train system mainly handles cargo.
Guanajuato is a city not on the coast. Sea or river arrivals by ferry services or cruise ports are not applicable. No significant options for travel on the river are available.
For international flights, arrive at BJX airport at least 2-3 hours before scheduled departure. For domestic flights, allow 1.5-2 hours. This accounts for check-in, security, and immigration procedures.
For bus travel from Central de Autobuses, arrive at least 30-45 minutes before your bus departure. This time is for checking bags, confirming your platform, plus discovering your seat.
Exit taxes for international air travel are generally included in the airline ticket price.
BJX airport has fundamental facilities including food options, small shops, and bathrooms.
The Central de Autobuses has a selection of food stalls, convenience shops, and nice waiting rooms.
Allocate ample time prior to departing from Guanajuato, especially for flights, due to potential traffic and security procedures.
