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Mexico

El Chepe Express

Los MochisCreel

El Chepe train standing beside the platform at Divisadero in Mexico
El Chepe reaches Divisadero, where the railway meets the rim of Copper Canyon.Photo: Robert FERREOL · CC BY-SA 4.0
Duration
Approx. 9–10 hours
Distance
344.51 km
Train
Scenic tourist train
Reservation
Required

A dramatic climb from the Sinaloa lowlands into the Sierra Tarahumara and the vast canyon country of northern Mexico.

Seat view guide

Best Side to Sit

Los MochisCreel

Overall recommendation

Varies

The line curves repeatedly, so no single side is supported for the full journey.

It changes along the way

  • Río Fuerte country0150 km · Limited dataVaries
  • Témoris mountain climb150285 km · Limited dataRight
  • Sierra Tarahumara285345 km · Limited dataVaries

Some sections are early guidance based on limited reports.

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Interactive Route Map

Preparing the route

From Los Mochis to Creel, via El Fuerte, Bahuichivo, Divisadero.

Scenic journey timeline

Along the Journey

A calm guide to the moments worth looking up for, arranged from Los Mochis to Creel.

  1. Departure · 0 km · 0 minLos Mochis
  2. Arrival · 345 km · 9 hr 40 minCreel

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Journey Highlights

Journey overview

What to Expect

Reservations
Required for this journey.
Train
Scenic tourist train
Operated by
Ferromex

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Practical Information

Current service
El Chepe Express currently links Los Mochis and Creel on selected operating days. Confirm dates, direction, and intermediate stops directly with Chepe.Check current operator information
Reservations
Advance booking is required. Rallii does not publish fares, availability, or guarantee stopover space.Check current operator information
Canyon stopovers
El Fuerte, Bahuichivo, Divisadero, and Creel can anchor a longer itinerary, but each train segment and overnight stay must be planned independently.
Conditions
Heat, mountain weather, daylight, and service arrangements vary by season. Use the operator’s latest guidance before travel.Check current operator information

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