Complete guide to transportation options from BJX Airport to Pénjamo
BJX Airport offers various transportation options to reach the city of Pénjamo. This guide presents a comparison between the main available means, with detailed information to facilitate the choice of the most convenient transfer.
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- Comparison between transportation options
- Bus transfer
- Taxi transfer
- Uber, Didi, Cabify or Indriver transfer
- Private transport company transfer
- Car rental
- Frequently asked questions
- Other destinations
Comparison - Transfers from Guanajuato Airport to Pénjamo
Below is a general comparison between the different transportation options available from BJX Airport. Data such as approximate cost, estimated waiting and transfer times, as well as availability and companies offering the service are included.
The best option will depend on your needs and budget. Details specific to each means of transportation will be shown later.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | From $411 MXN per person | The bus departs approximately every 2 hours only to León with Unebus, from León a second connection to Salamanca with Primera Plus is necessary, and subsequently a third connection to Pénjamo with Transportes Coordinados | 4 hours + waiting times for boarding | From 07:00 to 22:30 | Unebus , Primera Plus and Transportes Coordinados |
| Taxi | Variable | Variable, subject to availability | 1 hour 20 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Local |
| Uber | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| External | From $1,600 MXN per vehicle | Immediately, requires prior reservation one day in advance | 1 hour 20 minutes | 24 hours | Guanajuato VIP |
| Rental | Variable due to insurance cost | Variable, prior online reservation recommended | 1 hour 20 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Hertz , Avis , Alamo , Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Bus transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Pénjamo by bus?
To travel by bus from BJX Airport to the city of Pénjamo, you need to go to the bus terminal located next to Gate 2 in the arrivals area. Currently, buses from the airport only have León as an available destination, with departures approximately every 2 hours from 07:00 to 22:30. The service is operated by Unebus and tickets can be purchased directly from their website or at the ticket office.
Once at León Bus Station, you must board a second bus to Salamanca, operated by Primera Plus. Likewise, from Salamanca it's necessary to board a third bus to Pénjamo, operated by Transportes Coordinados, however the latter only sells tickets directly at the terminal ticket office.
The total estimated transfer time, including both routes and waiting times to board each bus, varies between 4 and 6 hours, depending on traffic.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | From $411 MXN per person | The bus departs approximately every 2 hours only to León with Unebus, from León a second connection to Salamanca with Primera Plus is necessary, and subsequently a third connection to Pénjamo with Transportes Coordinados | 4 hours + waiting times for boarding | From 07:00 to 22:30 | Unebus , Primera Plus and Transportes Coordinados |
Bus route
- Origin (First boarding): BJX Airport
- Stop (Second boarding): León Bus Station
- Stop (Third boarding): Salamanca Bus Station
- Destination: Pénjamo
Taxi transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Pénjamo by taxi?
To travel by taxi from BJX Airport to Pénjamo, you need to go to the official counters located inside the airport, next to the food area. There, an authorized vehicle will be assigned according to availability. Costs may vary depending on the season, schedule, and assigned company. It should be noted that only licensed airport taxis are allowed access to the terminal; it's not possible to board external or independent taxis inside the airport, as they don't have access.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | Variable | Variable, subject to availability | 1 hour 20 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Local |
Uber, Didi, Cabify or Indriver transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Pénjamo by Uber?
Private transportation apps are not authorized to operate within Bajío Airport (BJX). Therefore, it's not possible to board a vehicle requested through an app.
If you prefer to use any of these platforms, the user must leave the airport and coordinate a meeting point outside the facilities on the federal highway.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uber | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Private transport company transfer
How to book private transport from Guanajuato Airport?
To hire a private transfer service from Bajío International Airport (BJX) to Pénjamo, it's necessary to make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance through the Guanajuato VIP mobility operator's website, or through their official contact channels.
The boarding point will depend on the type of vehicle reserved: for sedan cars, departure is at Gate 1 of the Airport (documentation area); while for SUVs and minivans, boarding is done at Gate 2 (arrivals area).
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External | From $1,600 MXN per vehicle | Immediately, requires prior reservation one day in advance | 1 hour 20 minutes | 24 hours | Guanajuato VIP |
Car rental
How to rent a car from Guanajuato Airport?
To rent a car at BJX Airport, you need to go to the official counters located inside the airport, next to the food area. Costs and availability may vary depending on the season. Some of the authorized companies that have an active counter are: Hertz, Avis, Alamo, Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rental | Variable due to insurance cost | Variable, prior online reservation recommended | 1 hour 20 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Hertz , Avis , Alamo , Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Frequently Asked Questions
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