The Wayro route from Chiautempan to Tonatico is 151 miles (243 km), about 2 h 46 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 151 mi (243 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 46 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-117D → MEX-150D → Viaducto → MEX-15D → MEX-A10D → MEX-55D |
| Mexican states on the route | Tlaxcala (Level 2), Puebla (Level 2), State of Mexico (Level 2), Mexico City (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-117D, MEX-M40D, MEX-150D, MEX-15D, MEX-A10D, MEX-55D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.1 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.
What the drive from Chiautempan to Tonatico is like
MEX-150D (47 mi) and MEX-55D (24 mi) carry about 47% of the 151 miles. MEX-117D, MEX-150D, MEX-15D, MEX-A10D, MEX-55D are toll highways (cuota). It runs through 4 states: Tlaxcala, Puebla, State of Mexico, Mexico City. Of the 7 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Chiautempan to Tonatico, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Tlaxcala |
| MEX-117D | 4–19 | 15 | Tlaxcala, Puebla |
| connecting roads | 19–21 | 2 | Puebla |
| MEX-150D | 21–68 | 47 | Puebla, State of Mexico |
| local roads | 68–74 | 6 | State of Mexico, Mexico City |
| Viaducto | 74–81 | 7 | Mexico City |
| connecting roads | 81–86 | 5 | Mexico City |
| MEX-15D | 86–106 | 20 | Mexico City, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 106–108 | 2 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-A10D | 108–120 | 12 | State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 120–123 | 3 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55D | 123–147 | 24 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 147–151 | 4 | State of Mexico |
- Mile 17 of this route: Tlaxcala → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 39 of this route: Puebla → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 72 of this route: State of Mexico → Mexico City (state line)
- Mile 94 of this route: Mexico City → State of Mexico (state line)
Stops between Chiautempan and Tonatico
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Luis Barragán House and Studio (mile 82), Desierto de los Leones National Park (mile 93), La Marquesa National Park (mile 96)
- Nature and outdoors: Sacromonte National Park (mile 50), Lomas de Padierna National Park (mile 88), Desierto de los Leones National Park (mile 93), La Marquesa National Park (mile 96)
- Museums and history: Luis Barragán House and Studio (mile 82)
Sacromonte National Park
Sacromonte National Park is a national park and protected area in the State of Mexico, established in 1952 and covering roughly 0.44 square kilometers.
Equestrian statue of Charles IV of Spain
Cast by Manuel Tolsá between 1796 and 1803, this bronze equestrian statue in Mexico City honors King Charles IV of Spain.
Luis Barragán House and Studio
Luis Barragán built his own house and studio in Mexico City in 1948, blending modern design with Mexican vernacular touches. The concrete house and its private garden joined UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2004.
Lomas de Padierna National Park
Lomas de Padierna National Park lies in the Cerro del Judío ecological reserve in La Magdalena Contreras, on the southwest side of Mexico City.
Desierto de los Leones National Park
Declared a national park in 1917, this fir, ash and oak forest in Mexico City's Cuajimalpa and Álvaro Obregón boroughs surrounds a former Carmelite monastery. Locals come to hike, run and cycle, and more than 100 bird species live here.
La Marquesa National Park
Set in high-altitude conifer forest along the Mexico City–Toluca highway, La Marquesa National Park offers roadside eateries, horse and ATV rentals, mountain biking and camping, and marks the site of the 1810 Battle of Monte de las Cruces.
Ciénegas del Lerma
These marshes in the Toluca Valley are three lakes left from a wetland of about 27,000 hectares in the late 19th century. A Ramsar site since 2004, they hold dozens of endemic and threatened species and are a key stop for migratory species.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Chiautempan to Tonatico?
About 2 h 46 min of driving without stops, over 151 miles.
How far is Tonatico from Chiautempan by car?
About 151 miles (243 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 Tonatico?
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 Tonatico?
The U.S. State Department rates Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Mexico City Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Chiautempan to Tonatico use?
In order: MEX-117D, MEX-150D, Viaducto, MEX-15D, MEX-A10D and MEX-55D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Chiautempan and Tonatico?
Closest to the road: Luis Barragán House and Studio (museum, mile 82, 0.6 mi from the route); Desierto de los Leones National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 93, 1 mi from the route); La Marquesa National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 96, 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 mile 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 (roughly 2 to 7 miles depending on the type, farther for World Heritage sites): at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, with no more than five of one type, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place and city 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.