El Chepe - Economic Class

The Chihuahua-Pacific Railway, better known as El Chepe, traverses the ruggedly beautiful Copper Canyon from Chihuahua in north east Mexico to Los Mochis on the Pacific coast. This masterpiece of Mexican engineering is the ideal base from which to delve into the unique culture, history and folklore of the region, to say nothing of the spectacular scenery.

Economic Class trains depart at 7:00 a.m., stopping at all stations including a longer stop at Divisadero to enjoy the Copper Canyon before reaching the final destination at 10:00 p.m.

Year built:  1961
Train type:  Daytime Train Only
Countries:   Mexico

Economic Class - 3 or 4 cars with 68 seats each, a snack car where fast food is available to purchase, an air-conditioning and heating system, reclinable seats and ecologic toilets. Each car has a porter to provide service. Smoking is prohibited.