Line 2 of the Metro today: active circuits, closed stations, and how to get to your destination

You regularly travel on Line 2 of the Mexico City Metro and need to know exactly how the service is operating right now. The modernization work that began in early February has changed the operation, splitting the service into two separate circuits on weekends. Here’s everything you need to consider to move around the city smoothly.

Operation in Two Separate Circuits This Weekend

Currently, Line 2 of the metro operates divided into two independent sections on Sundays. The first circuit runs from Cuatro Caminos to Pino Suárez, while the second runs from Xola to Tasqueña. This setup allows most users access to key stations in the system, though with some important limitations.

The general schedule for both sections is from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the remaining days of the week. During weekdays, specifically on the San Antonio–Viaducto segment, service runs from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Saturdays close earlier, at 8:00 p.m., and on Sundays that segment is completely closed all day.

Stations Out of Service: San Antonio Abad, Viaducto, and Chabacano

Three main stations are currently inaccessible: San Antonio Abad, Viaducto, and Chabacano. These remain closed all day, especially critical on Sundays when the closure is total. The infrastructure of these stations is being renovated as part of deeper work that also affects Pino Suárez, Portales, and Ermita.

If your route includes these stations, you will need to consider alternatives or detours before attempting to access them. Mexico City’s government acknowledges that these inconveniences are temporary, with the ultimate goal of having a safer and more efficient Line 2 for millions of users.

Free RTP Service: Your Alternative Between Pino Suárez and Xola

To compensate for the section where trains are not running, the city offers a completely free Public Transport (RTP) shuttle service between Pino Suárez and Xola, covering exactly the area lacking coverage. This bus operates on Sundays and is your best option if you need to cross the downtown and southern parts of the city without using the metro.

Locate the pickup points at both terminal stations. The service is specifically designed to minimize delays in your trips. Take advantage of this alternative if your usual travel crosses that metro segment.

Why Are These Changes? Critical Infrastructure Modernization

The work focuses on rehabilitating pumping stations over 40 years old, which are essential for water drainage in the system. Adrián Rubalcava, director of Mexico City Metro, explained that this intervention is vital to prevent floods and failures that in recent years caused delays and complete service suspensions during heavy rains.

Mexico City’s government plans to invest one billion pesos in this modernization, aimed at strengthening critical infrastructure, mainly the drainage system. The goal is to reduce risks during the rainy season and ensure reliable metro operation in adverse weather conditions.

Practical Tips for Your Line 2 Trip Today

If you plan to use Line 2 of the metro in the coming days, consider these key points:

• Leave earlier than usual to compensate for possible delays in transfers
• Check official Mexico City Metro channels before leaving; operational changes may vary by date
• Identify alternative Metrobús routes on parallel axes as additional options
• Locate RTP pickup points at Pino Suárez and Xola if crossing that segment
• Keep in mind that weekday hours are extended; if your trip is on a weekday, access is more complete

Although these inconveniences are temporary, the result will be a more robust and reliable Line 2 metro for all residents who depend on this essential service.