Plan on about 7 h 26 min of driving for the 443-mile (713 km) trip from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, before any stops.
| Total distance | 443 mi (713 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 7 h 26 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-121 → MEX-150D → MEX-145D → MEX-180D → MEX-180 → MEX-187D |
| Mexican states on the route | Tlaxcala, Puebla, Veracruz, Tabasco, Chiapas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D, MEX-187D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 17.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
Driving this route in a car with U.S. plates
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Required: this route is outside the zones where U.S.-registered cars can skip the temporary import permit (Baja California, Baja California Sur and part of Sonora) |
|---|---|
| Mexican auto insurance | Required for all vehicles: buy a Mexican policy before you drive |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Mexico travel information (updated August 11, 2026); permits are issued by Banjercito.
On the road from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa
MEX-150D (132 mi) and MEX-187D (122 mi) carry about 57% of the 443 miles. It runs through 5 states: Tlaxcala, Puebla, Veracruz, Tabasco, Chiapas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-150D, MEX-145D and MEX-180D. Of the 7 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Chiautempan and Ocozocoautla de Espinosa
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Tlaxcala |
| MEX-121 | 1–17 | 16 | Tlaxcala, Puebla |
| MEX-150D | 17–149 | 132 | Puebla, Veracruz |
| local roads | 149–260 | 111 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 260–291 | 31 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 291–312 | 21 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180 | 312–316 | 4 | Veracruz |
| MEX-187D | 316–438 | 122 | Veracruz, Tabasco, Chiapas |
| local roads | 438–443 | 5 | Chiapas |
- Mile 16 of this route: Tlaxcala → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 81 of this route: Puebla → Veracruz (state line)
- Mile 378 of this route: Veracruz → Tabasco (state line)
- Mile 385 of this route: Tabasco → Chiapas (state line)
Places worth a stop between Chiautempan and Ocozocoautla de Espinosa
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 94)
- Nature and outdoors: La Malinche National Park (mile 11), Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 94)
- Museums and history: Casa del Alfeñique (mile 17), Veracruz State Art Museum (mile 104), Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (mile 116), Huatusco (mile 142)
La Malinche National Park
Pine, oak and fir forests cover the slopes of the inactive Matlalcuéyetl volcano, the centerpiece of La Malinche National Park in Tlaxcala.
Casa del Alfeñique
Founded in 1926, the Museo Regional Casa de Alfeñique is a museum in the city of Puebla, housed in the building known as the Casa de Alfeñique.
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
Veracruz is home to Cañón del Río Blanco National Park, a natural area that the Mexican government has set aside for protection.
Teatro Llave
In central Orizaba, the Gran Teatro Ignacio de la Llave hosts artistic and cultural performances, and its exhibition room shows temporary collections, mostly by artists from the surrounding valley.
Veracruz State Art Museum
Housed in Orizaba's 18th-century former Oratorio of San Felipe Neri, later a hospital and then a jail, the Veracruz State Art Museum (Museo de Arte del Estado) holds more than 700 works, including 36 by Diego Rivera.
Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz
Córdoba's main church, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, was built in the first half of the 17th century. Look up to see its tiled octagonal dome.
Huatusco
Getting to the ruins of Huatusco (Cuauhtochco) means crossing a suspension bridge and hiking a steep trail; a local guide is a good idea, and there are no visitor facilities. The Mexica-era temple keeps its original finishes.
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From Chiautempan to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa?
About 7 h 26 min of driving without stops, over 443 miles.
How far is Ocozocoautla de Espinosa from Chiautempan by car?
About 443 miles (713 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Do I need a permit to drive my U.S. car from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa?
Yes. A temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) is required for a U.S.-registered car on this route, which is outside the zones where it can be skipped. Mexican auto insurance is required for every vehicle.
Is it safe to drive from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa?
The U.S. State Department rates Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Chiapas Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Chiautempan to Ocozocoautla de Espinosa use?
In order: MEX-121, MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D, MEX-180 and MEX-187D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Chiautempan and Ocozocoautla de Espinosa?
Closest to the road: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (national park, mile 94, 0.5 mi from the route); Teatro Llave (theater, mile 103, 1 mi from the route); Veracruz State Art Museum (art museum, mile 104, 1 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.