On a whim, I decided to take a solo adventure into Mexico's Copper Canyon and, of course, the train was the way to go, particularly as a woman traveling alone. I purchased my ticket in Los Mochis all the way through to Chihuahua City (390 miles), planning to take five days for the trip, stopping along the way. It worked... More

Well organized tourist train that borders the Copper Canyons. Comfortable seats, but short distance in the rows that face each other. Decent but expensive food wagon. Really enjoyed the stop in the Divisadero station, only problem is that 15 minutes are too little. NOT to worry about TRAVEL ADVISORY. Perfectly safe, plus the train has its own armed guards. Just... More

Most of us don't get a chance to take a leisurely train ride so if you're going to the Copper Canyon you'll want to ride the Chepe. There is a dining car but they also bring snacks and drinks thru the air-conditions cars. Sit on the left side if headed south and vice versa headed north. The views are spectacular.

The train is comfortable and clean. The views along the way are spectacular! The only difference between first and second class in the dining car. You could save a bit of money going second class if you bring your own snacks. If you are hopping on and off along the way, bring cash. They do not accept credit cards on... More

We enjoyed the El Chepe train trip so much. We took a 7 day trip during the month of December, 2012, stopping off and staying a few days at Cerocahui, Creel and Divisadero. We hope to come back soon and explore more of the amazing Copper Canyon! Oh, and some advice, during the really scenic portions, make sure you go... More

From Dec 24 to 30 I travelled between Chihuahua and El Fuerte using El Chepe. The views are spectacular, but the train was always late. From El Fuerte to Chihuahua the train was delayed by 3 hours. For better views take the seat on the right hand side going east (El Fuerte to Chihuahua).

The train was wonderful. One of the highlights of the tour. We also enjoyed sn excellent lunch in the dining car. Felt safe. Highly recommend.

If you want to sight see the region, this could be the means of transportation. Not that great service, it is expensive, but one of those things you have to try, if going to the barrancas for the first time.

The Chepe can be a wonderful experience, but it is nonetheless a sordidly mismanaged operation. The service is shared by locals and tourists, with locals put at a distinct disadvantage. Management feels correctly that visitors can afford higher fares than locals, so economy class service if offered only three times a week, with first class daily. Local people pay half... More