I Finally Unlocked Fast Travel in Forza Horizon 5 – Here’s How You Can Too

Let me paint you a picture. It’s 2026, and I’m still tearing across the breathtaking Mexican countryside in Forza Horizon 5. The sunsets are just as golden, the engine roars just as sweet, but there’s this one little thing that used to drive me up the wall: spending ten real‑world minutes driving from one end of the map to the other just to start a race. I’d watch my friends magically teleport to the next event while I was stuck inhaling virtual dust. Honestly? It felt like being the only one at a party who didn’t know the secret handshake. That secret, my friend, is fast travel — and it took me way longer to unlock than I’d like to admit. If you’re still grinding from point A to point B, grab a coffee, and let me tell you how I finally tamed this elusive beast.

The 2‑Million‑Credit Key: Buenas Vistas

The heart of fast travel is a sleepy little property called Buenas Vistas. It’s not a flashy penthouse; it’s a purple icon sitting quietly on the map, just waiting for you to notice it. You’ll find it far in the middle‑west, hovering between Baja California and the Descansar Dorado region. The catch? It costs a cool 2 million Credits. When I first saw that number, I nearly choked on my energy drink. Two million?! The game doesn’t exactly hand out fortunes at the start. But here’s the thing — saving up is nowhere near as painful as it sounds if you know the tricks.

I leaned heavily on the Auction House. Selling duplicate cars, flipping rare finds, and cleaning out my garage felt like a proper spring cleaning — cathartic and surprisingly profitable. Creating liveries and tunes for popular cars also gave my wallet a steady drip, though I won’t pretend I became a legendary artist overnight. Some players still talk about the old “unlimited Wheelspin” workarounds, but by 2026 most of those loopholes are long patched. Trust me, I tried. The most reliable method? Just playing the game. Races, stunts, and seasonal playlist events rain Credits once you get a rhythm going. It’s a grind, sure, but every time I saw that purple dot on the map, I could almost hear it whispering, “Come get me.”

The Adventure Before the Purchase

Now, even if you have 2 million burning a hole in your pocket, you can’t just waltz up to Buenas Vistas and buy it. The house stays stubbornly locked until you finish the Guanajuato Expedition. This is where my patience was really tested. To unlock that expedition, you need an Adventure Chapter point, which comes from earning enough Accolade Points. And oh boy, there are over 1,800 Accolades scattered across Mexico. I remember staring at the menu, one point short, like a kid one penny short of candy.

The fastest route I found? Smash through PR Stunts and knock out weekly Festival Playlist challenges. Solo and multiplayer events both reward you handsomely, and the variety kept me from losing my mind. You can check your progress anytime by pausing the game — the little Accolade counter sits smugly in the top right corner. Once I earned that chapter point, I headed north of the massive volcano landmark, right in the northwestern corner of the map. The expedition itself isn’t brutally difficult, but crossing the finish line felt like slaying a dragon. Because the moment it was done, Buenas Vistas finally lit up on my minimap, available for purchase.

The VIP Shortcut (and Why I Didn’t Take It)

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t tempted to whip out my credit card. VIP members get instant access to fast travel right out of the gate because Buenas Vistas is included in the premium bundle. That’s the “pay‑to‑skip” path, clear as day. For new players jumping in during 2026, it’s undeniably the fastest way. But for me, there was something deeply satisfying about earning it the hard way. Sure, I grumbled along the miles, but every fast‑travel jump afterward felt like a trophy. Plus, saving real money meant I could blow it on the next car pack instead. Call me old‑fashioned.

From Costly Zaps to Pure Freedom

Here’s a little detail the game doesn’t scream at you: even after buying the house, fast travel isn’t free initially. The first few teleports will charge you a small Credit fee, and I’ll admit I felt cheated the first time. “Wait, I paid 2 million and you still want pocket change?” I muttered at my screen. But the system has a beautiful redemption arc — those glowing Fast Travel Bonus Boards you’ve been spotting on rooftops and cliff edges aren’t just for show. Smash one, and the cost drops. Smash all 50, and fast travel becomes completely free.

I turned into a board‑hunting maniac. Some of them sit in places so absurd I had to launch my car off ramps like a circus act. Every time I shattered one, the travel cost ticked down, and my heart did a little victory dance. Now, hopping across the map costs me zero Credits, and I can dive into any race or challenge the moment inspiration strikes. It’s honestly changed how I play Forza Horizon 5.

So, if you’re still chugging along the highways of 2026 Mexico, staring longingly at the distant event markers, don’t wait any longer. Save those credits, chase those Accolades, and claim Buenas Vistas as your own. The teleportation magic is just a house purchase away. And once you’ve smashed every last bonus board, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.

Forza Horizon 5 continues to hum along on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, and even four years after launch, the world still has secrets worth chasing — fast travel is definitely one of the sweetest.