Complete guide on transportation options from BJX Airport to Valle de Santiago
BJX Airport offers various transportation options to reach the city of Valle de Santiago. This guide presents a comparison between the main available means, with detailed information to facilitate choosing the most convenient transfer.
On this page . . .
- Comparison between transportation options
- Bus transfer
- Taxi transfer
- Uber, Didi, Cabify or Indriver transfer
- Private transportation company transfer
- Car rental
- Frequently asked questions
- Other destinations
Comparison - Transfers from Guanajuato Airport to Valle de Santiago
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 $ 332 MXN per person | Bus departs approximately every 2 hours only to León with Unebus, from León it's necessary to take another bus to Valle de Santiago with Primera Plus | 3 hours + waiting times for boarding | From 07:00 to 22:30 | Unebus and Primera Plus |
| Taxi | Variable | Variable, subject to availability | 1 hour and 10 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Local |
| Uber | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| External | From $ 1,300 MXN per vehicle | Immediately, requires prior reservation one day in advance | 1 hour and 10 minutes | 24 hours | Guanajuato VIP |
| Rental | Variable due to insurance cost | Variable, prior online reservation recommended | 1 hour and 10 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Hertz , Avis , Alamo , Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Bus transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Valle de Santiago by bus?
To travel by bus from BJX Airport to the city of Valle de Santiago, 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 Terminal, you must board a second bus to Valle de Santiago, operated by Primera Plus.
The total estimated transfer time, including both routes and waiting times to board each bus, varies between 3 and 5 hours, depending on traffic.
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | From $ 332 MXN per person | Bus departs approximately every 2 hours only to León with Unebus, from León it's necessary to take another bus to Valle de Santiago with Primera Plus | 3 hours + waiting times for boarding | From 07:00 to 22:30 | Unebus and Primera Plus |
Taxi transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Valle de Santiago by taxi?
To travel by taxi from BJX Airport to Valle de Santiago, you need to go to the official modules 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 and 10 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Local |
Uber, Didi, Cabify or Indriver transfer
How to get from Guanajuato Airport to Valle de Santiago 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 transportation company transfer
How to book private transportation from Guanajuato Airport?
To hire a private transfer service from Bajío International Airport (BJX) to Valle de Santiago, it's necessary to make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance through the website of the mobility operator Guanajuato VIP, or through their official contact channels.
The boarding point depends on the type of vehicle reserved: for sedan cars, departure is at Gate 1 of the Airport (documentation area); while for trucks and minivans, boarding is done at Gate 2 (arrivals area).
| Type | Total cost | Waiting time to board | Travel time | Availability | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External | From $ 1,300 MXN per vehicle | Immediately, requires prior reservation one day in advance | 1 hour and 10 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 modules 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 module 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 and 10 minutes + boarding waiting time | 24 hours | Hertz , Avis , Alamo , Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Frequently asked questions
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