Mexico City Metro high passenger volume on Lines 3, 7 and 12, Digi Mart USA News (Mexico City): On Friday, November 6, 2026, the Sistema de Transporte Colectivo (STC Metro) reported through its official account, @MetroCDMX, that Lines 3, 7 and 12 are experiencing high passenger volume.
Saturation at critical stations has caused waiting times on platforms to increase significantly. The flow of people has exceeded the usual capacity, causing delays in the regular progress of the assigned trains.
In response, Metro personnel are implementing measures to speed up circulation. The goal is to reduce the time trains spend at stations, facilitating a steady flow and reducing the buildup of passengers.
The official report indicates that while other lines operate with steady circulation, the intervals between trains on Lines 3, 7 and 12 are longer. Passengers are urged to remain calm and allow doors to close freely.
Ridership remains at high levels, affecting transfers with other lines in the system.
Passengers are asked to follow the instructions of security staff to avoid incidents while boarding during peak hours. A summary of the situation reported by the Metro includes high demand on Lines 3, 7 and 12, waiting times of more than six minutes, critical stations with high demand, and surface routes as an alternative.
These three routes are fundamental to the capital’s mobility, carrying hundreds of thousands of people daily. Any increase in demand directly affects service efficiency and travel times for users.
Given the reported delays, authorities encourage users to plan their trips in advance and monitor real-time updates. Passengers are asked not to cross the yellow safety line on platforms, to allow doors to close freely, and to avoid throwing objects onto the tracks.
Alternative options include Metrobús, which offers parallel routes along several city corridors; RTP buses, which provide support on strategic segments; the Trolebús; and the ECOBICI bicycle system for short trips in the city center. Users are advised to consult network maps to identify the most efficient connections for their destinations.
Metro security personnel are deployed on the most crowded platforms to coordinate passenger flow at access points. These measures aim to prevent accidents on stairways and keep transit areas clear.
The STC Metro continues preventive maintenance work on tracks and electrical systems as part of a comprehensive network modernization program aimed at reducing mechanical failures and improving frequency.
According to the report, ridership on these lines has increased in recent weeks, and authorities are responding by adjusting train frequency to mitigate waiting times during critical hours. For real-time network status, minute-by-minute train progress and service alerts, users are encouraged to follow @MetroCDMX on X and to check notices issued by the Secretaría de Movilidad (SEMOVI).
