Getting Around Xico
The town center and its immediate surroundings are small enough that walking is the natural way to get between the plaza, the streets, and the local sights. For anything beyond the center, you'll want to switch to a taxi.
Walking and Biking
Walking is the primary way to get around Xico itself. Because the town is compact, you can cover the core on foot without needing any other form of transport. Biking is the other recommended option for exploring the town, giving you a bit more range while still keeping things simple.
- On foot: the best way to explore the compact town center.
- By bike: a good alternative for covering a little more ground within and around town.
Taxis
Taxis are the practical choice when you want to go beyond the walkable core. Taxis are also the link between Xico and the larger city of Xalapa — a taxi from Xalapa to Xico takes about 20 minutes and costs around M$200.
- Use taxis for the waterfalls and for nearby villages outside the walkable center.
- A taxi between Xalapa and Xico runs about 20 minutes and costs roughly M$200.
Buses and Combis
Xico is served by regional buses and combis (shared minivans) rather than by any local rail or metro system. ADO and AU (Autobuses Unidos) run several buses per day to Xalapa, so the long-distance leg is well covered by these two operators.
- Long-distance buses from Puebla to Xalapa: operated by ADO and AU (Autobuses Unidos), with several departures per day.
- From Xalapa to Xico: continue by combi or taxi.
Rail, Metro and Trams
Visitors should not expect to rely on trains or trams here; the practical options are walking, biking, taxis, combis, and regional buses.
Getting There from the Airport
The route it does describe is overland: reach Xalapa by bus from Puebla, then take a combi or taxi the rest of the way to Xico. If you are arriving by air, plan to connect through Xalapa and complete the final leg by combi or taxi.
Practical Summary
- Within Xico: walk or bike — the town is compact.
- Beyond town (waterfalls, nearby villages): take a taxi.
- To and from Xalapa: taxi (about 20 minutes, roughly M$200) or combi.
- Long-distance connections: ADO and AU buses to Xalapa, then combi or taxi onward.
- No rail, metro, or tram service is described for Xico.