City in Jalisco, Mexico
Internet in Guadalajara: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Guadalajara?
Median fixed broadband in Mexico is 118 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Americana and Lafayette cafés are laptop-friendly with fast wifi; coworking spaces have reliable fibre.
Getting online in Guadalajara
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Telmex, Izzi and Totalplay in most apartments; about MXN 400–800 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Americana and Lafayette cafés are laptop-friendly with fast wifi; coworking spaces have reliable fibre. |
| Tourist SIM | Telcel or AT&T SIMs at airports, OXXO stores and carrier shops, about MXN 100–300 with data. Bring your passport to register the line. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telcel, AT&T México |
| Monthly data plan | MX$200–400 ($11–22) |
Coworking spaces in Guadalajara
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| WeWork | Providencia / Zapopan | — |
Internet speeds in Mexico & Central America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Panama | 233 Mbps | 40 Mbps |
| Costa Rica | 182 Mbps | 71 Mbps |
| El Salvador | 137 Mbps | 38 Mbps |
| Mexico | 118 Mbps | 46 Mbps |
| Nicaragua | 103 Mbps | 28 Mbps |
| Guatemala | 100 Mbps | 63 Mbps |
| Honduras | 96 Mbps | 43 Mbps |
| Belize | 53 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Guadalajara?
Median fixed broadband in Mexico is 118 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Americana and Lafayette cafés are laptop-friendly with fast wifi; coworking spaces have reliable fibre.
Which SIM card should I get in Guadalajara?
Telcel or AT&T SIMs at airports, OXXO stores and carrier shops, about MXN 100–300 with data. Bring your passport to register the line.
Can I use an eSIM in Mexico?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Guadalajara?
Yes: WeWork.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Mexico
- Telcel
- AT&T México
- Guadalajara Airport (GAP)
- SITEUR (Tren Ligero, Mi Macro)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.