If you already have your plans ready to say goodbye to the year-whether it’s a family dinner, a party with friends or a last-minute impromptu outing-it’s a good time to check the Monterrey New Year’s transportation schedules, because yes: on December 31 and January 1 the Metro and urban routes work differently. And no one wants to be stranded when the celebration is just beginning… or when it’s urgent to go home.
Let’s start with the Monterrey Metro, which on December 31 will operate on a reduced schedule. Generally, the service ends between 19:00 and 20:00 hours, so if you are going to use it to get to your dinner, take it easy and leave early.
On January 1 the Metro will start later, after 7:00 am, and with trains running a little more closely spaced.
The Transmetro and the feeder routes adjust to the Metro’s rhythm, so they will also close early on January 31 and start later on January 1. If you plan to combine both services, you’ll want to check the timing to make sure everything flows smoothly.
As for the urban routes, here’s how it goes: they work in holiday mode. What does that mean? Fewer trucks, longer frequencies and some routes that could be suspended during the night.
If you used to take “the 10 o’clock bus”, it’s likely that this day just won’t happen. The recommendation: patience, extra time and check if your route will offer morning service or only in the afternoon.
In short, transportation schedules in Monterrey Año Nuevo will be more relaxed than usual. If you are going to a party, to the family’s house or to any plan, the ideal is to anticipate: check schedules, consider waiting times and have a plan B, such as carpooling or using transportation apps.