Overview

• Transport officials have published RTP shuttle schedules and issued notices that five stations—Tasqueña, Las Torres, Ciudad Jardín, La Virgen and Xotepingo—will close ahead of expansion starting July 28.
• From July 28 to August 31 the light rail will operate only between Xochimilco and Nezahualpilli, with free RTP buses covering the Nezahualpilli–Tasqueña segment.
• Phase 2 begins on September 1 with a full closure of the Tasqueña terminal for work on a new platform, a track change system and upgrades to electromechanical infrastructure, lighting and accessibility.
• The 200 million peso investment includes 17 new tram units and aims to boost daily capacity from 110,000 to 230,000 trips ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
• The project is part of a broader push to modernize the city’s public transport network ahead of major international events.