The cheapest form of transportation in Mexico in 2026 is the Colectivo (shared van) or the Camión (local city bus). In cities like Mexico City or Cancún, a ride on a local bus typically costs between 5 and 15 Pesos (approximately $0.30 to $0.80 USD). For travel between towns, "Colectivos" are the go-to for locals and budget travelers; these are white vans that run specific routes and only depart when full, often costing just a few dollars for a 30-minute journey. For long-distance intercity travel, second-class buses (Segunda Clase) are the most affordable, though they stop more frequently than first-class options. Additionally, Mexico City’s Metro system remains one of the cheapest in the world at only 5 Pesos per ride, regardless of distance. While rideshare apps like Uber and DiDi are available and relatively affordable by Western standards, they cannot compete with the sheer economy of the public bus and van networks that serve as the lifeblood of Mexican transit.