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The Maya Train has surprised travelers with a unique promotion designed to boost tourism in southeastern Mexico. Throughout November and December 2025, users will be able to enjoy free travel on one of the country’s most emblematic routes.

Click here to watch a YouTube video about the promotion.

The special November promotion will allow travelers to purchase a one-way ticket and obtain the return ticket at no additional cost. This initiative is part of the strategies to position the train as a modern, safe, and sustainable travel  alternative between the 34 operational stations throughout Chiapas, Tabasco, Campeche, Yucatán, and Quintana Roo.

The promotion is valid across the entire railway network, but only during the month of November.

Tickets can be purchased both at a ticket office and online through the official Maya Train website. Authorities emphasize that both journeys must be completed within the same month.

Additional Discounts and Passenger Benefits

In addition to the 2-for-1 promotion, the Maya Train maintains permanent discounts for senior citizens, students, teachers, and persons with disabilities. These benefits are applied upon presenting an official identification or medical certificate at ticket sales points.

The railway project also offers accessible conditions for travelers with reduced mobility, with adapted spaces and support staff at each station. Authorities state that these actions reinforce the Maya Train’s commitment to inclusion and social tourism, allowing more segments of the population to experience the attractions of southeastern Mexico.

Traveling with Pets and Most Popular Routes

The Maya Train permits the boarding of small pets, provided they present an updated vaccination card. Assistance or emotional support dogs are also allowed to board, with documentation certifying their function.

As of October 2025, the Maya Train has transported over 1.6 million users, with a daily average of 3,300 passengers. The routes with the highest demand are Mérida–Cancún, Cancún–Mérida, and Cancún–Playa del Carmen.

N.B. Full-timer Maggie made a test ride and reports that it was a pleasant experience.