Ocean Freight Route

Mexico CityHouston

MEX
USHOU
Distance
653 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Mexico and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

ME
Origin Port

Mexico City

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-capacity airfreight facilities with multiple dedicated cargo terminals at Mexico City International Airport
  • Well-connected ground transport network linking the airport to industrial zones across Central Mexico
  • High-volume intermodal rail center connections enabling rapid transfers between air, truck, and rail services
  • Upgraded customs and security infrastructure for export and import clearance

Key Exports

Automotive parts and finished vehiclesElectronics and electrical equipmentAerospace componentsPharmaceuticals and medical devicesProcessed foods and beverages

Export Compliance

Companies need to ensure strict compliance to Mexican customs regulations, including precise tariff classification and complete commercial documentation.

US
Destination Port

Houston

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive petrochemical and liquid bulk terminals along the Houston Ship Channel
  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Deep-draft navigation channel connecting to the Gulf of Mexico
  • Integrated intermodal network with unit train facilities and interstate highway access

Key Imports

Crude oil and feedstocksChemicals and chemical intermediatesSteel products and project cargoConsumer goods and retail merchandise in containersIndustrial machinery and parts

Import Regulations

Arriving shipments are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including accurate filing of ISF data elements and customs entries.

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