The Wayro route from Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco is 325 miles (523 km), about 5 h 35 min of driving without stops.
| Total distance | 325 mi (523 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 5 h 35 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-185 → MEX-180D → MEX-145D → MEX-150D → MEX-136 → MEX-119 |
| Mexican states on the route | Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-180D, MEX-145D, MEX-150D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
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 Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco
MEX-145D (142 mi) and MEX-150D (87 mi) carry about 70% of the 325 miles. It runs through 3 states: Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-180D, MEX-145D and MEX-150D. Of the 6 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | |
| MEX-185 | 2–12 | 10 | Veracruz |
| connecting roads | 12–13 | 1 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 13–16 | 3 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 16–158 | 142 | Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 158–245 | 87 | Veracruz, Puebla |
| local roads | 245–286 | 41 | Puebla, Tlaxcala |
| MEX-136 | 286–309 | 23 | Tlaxcala |
| connecting roads | 309–312 | 3 | Tlaxcala |
| MEX-119 | 312–325 | 13 | Tlaxcala |
- Mile 227 of this route: Veracruz → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 285 of this route: Puebla → Tlaxcala (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Tlaxco
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 214), Museo Nacional del Títere (mile 294)
- Nature and outdoors: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 214), La Malinche National Park (mile 298)
- Museums and history: Huatusco (mile 165), Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (mile 191), Orizaba Cathedral (mile 205), Museo Nacional del Títere (mile 294)
Huatusco
Above the Atoyac River in Carrillo Puerto, Cuauhtochco has a Mexica-era temple that still keeps original surface finishes. Expect no visitor facilities, and consider hiring a local guide.
Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz
Built in the first half of the 17th century, Córdoba's Immaculate Conception Cathedral is the city's main church; look up to see its octagonal dome covered in tiles, finished in a neoclassical style.
Orizaba Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel is the main Catholic church of Orizaba, in the state of Veracruz, and the seat of the Diocese of Orizaba.
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
Protected as a national park by Mexico's government, Cañón del Río Blanco is a natural area in Veracruz state.
Museo Nacional del Títere
On the main square of Huamantla, the National Puppet Museum (Museo Nacional del Títere) fills eight galleries with puppets from Mexico and abroad, including pieces tied to the Rosete Aranda family, whose company toured Mexico for generations.
La Malinche National Park
Hiking trails, birdwatching, and stone cabins and campsites at the Malintzi Vacation Center draw visitors to La Malinche National Park in Tlaxcala.
More drives to Tlaxco
- Puebla to Tlaxco
- Cholula to Tlaxco
- Huejotzingo to Tlaxco
- Pachuca to Tlaxco
- Mexico City to Tlaxco
- Actopan to Tlaxco
From Coatzacoalcos to other places in Mexico
- Coatzacoalcos to Orizaba
- Coatzacoalcos to Cholula
- Coatzacoalcos to Zacatelco
- Coatzacoalcos to Huejotzingo
- Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxcala
- Coatzacoalcos to Atlixco
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco?
About 5 h 35 min of driving without stops, over 325 miles.
How far is Tlaxco from Coatzacoalcos by car?
About 325 miles (523 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 Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco?
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 Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco?
The U.S. State Department rates Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco use?
In order: MEX-185, MEX-180D, MEX-145D, MEX-150D, MEX-136 and MEX-119. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Coatzacoalcos to Tlaxco?
Closest to the road: Orizaba Cathedral (cathedral, mile 205, 1 mi from the route); Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (national park, mile 214, 0.4 mi from the route); Museo Nacional del Títere (museum, mile 294, 0.9 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.