March 18, 2026

Living in Mexico Without a Car: Uber, Costs & Getting Around Mérida

Living in Mexico Without a Car: Uber, Costs & Getting Around Mérida
This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
Living in Mexico Without a Car: Uber, Costs & Getting Around Mérida

What’s it really like living in Mexico without a car?

When we moved to Mérida, we sold our cars instead of shipping them to Mexico. Between import taxes, fees, and logistics, bringing a vehicle across the border just didn’t make sense.

So how do we get around?

In this episode of This Might Be a Bad Idea, we talk about:

  • Using Uber and Didi in Mexico
  • How much rides actually cost in Mérida
  • Why transportation is 75% cheaper than the U.S.
  • The wildest Uber driver stories we’ve experienced
  • Whether expats really need a car in Mexico
  • Motorbike taxis, deliveries, and daily life without a vehicle

We also discuss whether we’ll eventually buy a car here—and if electric vehicles might make more sense.

If you're thinking about moving abroad, retiring in Mexico, or becoming an expat, this episode gives you a real look at everyday transportation and life in Mérida.

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