| The most famous train runs from Chihuahua
City to Los
Mochis, Sinaloa on the Pacific coast (hence the name).
Known as ChP or Chepe,
the dramatic 653-kilometer (406-mile) trip takes 16 hours, including
brief stops on the first-class run and longer and more frequent
stops on the second-class service. The train roars through the Sierra
Madre Occidental, generally barreling through the mountainsides,
although there are plenty of switchbacks. This railroad line boasts
87 tunnels and 37 soaring bridges, making it a world-class train
trip.
Note that windows facing south provide the best views of the canyons,
but you can always leave your seat and check out the passing scenery
from the loading area in between the train cars. Of course, there
are times when the train is delayed due to washouts, rock falls,
heavy snow and derailments, and in these situations patience and
a sense of humor or a pack of playing cards will serve you well.
Soon, you will be whisked across the Sierra. Purchase tickets in
advance in Chihuahua
City or in Los
Mochis.
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