Town in Jalisco, Mexico
Getting around Ajijic
How to get around Ajijic
The village is walkable and taxis are cheap. Local buses connect Ajijic with Chapala and Jocotepec; Guadalajara is about 45 minutes by car or bus.
Ways to get around Ajijic
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Local bus | About 10–20 MXN | Along the lakeshore between Chapala, Ajijic and Jocotepec |
| Taxi | About 60–150 MXN | Fixed rates within town; agree fares for further trips |
| Bus to Guadalajara | About 60–100 MXN | Direct buses from the Chapala corridor to the Nueva Central |
Taxis in Ajijic
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Taxi coverage is good for short hops; ride apps are limited. Arrange airport pickups and Guadalajara trips by shuttle or private driver.
Arriving in Ajijic
Guadalajara International (Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla) (GDL)
About 45 min. Taxi or shuttle roughly 700–1,100 MXN; some expat shuttles are shared.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are rare; golf carts and electric bikes are common. Highway traffic is fast, so avoid riding on the main road.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid. Mexican liability insurance is required; a foreign-plated car beyond the border zone needs an import permit.
- Onward travel in Mexico: First-class buses (ADO, ETN, Primera Plus) are comfortable and the usual way between cities. Budget airlines cover long hops cheaply; the Tren Maya links Yucatán Peninsula towns.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Ajijic?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Taxi coverage is good for short hops; ride apps are limited. Arrange airport pickups and Guadalajara trips by shuttle or private driver.
What's the best way to get around Ajijic?
The village is walkable and taxis are cheap. Local buses connect Ajijic with Chapala and Jocotepec; Guadalajara is about 45 minutes by car or bus.
How do I get from the airport to Ajijic?
About 45 min. Taxi or shuttle roughly 700–1,100 MXN; some expat shuttles are shared.
Is Ajijic walkable?
Walkable center.
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