Plan on about 3 h 53 min of driving for the 190-mile (305 km) trip from Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula, before any stops.
| Distance | 190 mi (305 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 3 h 53 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-187 → MEX-187D → MEX-190 → MEX-190D |
| Mexican states on the route | Tabasco, Veracruz, Chiapas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-187D, MEX-190D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.6 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.
Driving Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula: the shape of the trip
MEX-187D (65 mi) and MEX-187 (57 mi) carry about 64% of the 190 miles. It runs through 3 states: Tabasco, Veracruz, Chiapas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-187D and MEX-190D. Of the 7 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Comalcalco and San Juan Chamula
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-187 | 0–57 | 57 | Tabasco |
| local roads | 57–66 | 9 | Tabasco, Veracruz |
| MEX-187D | 66–131 | 65 | Veracruz, Tabasco, Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 131–140 | 9 | Chiapas |
| local roads | 140–149 | 9 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 149–153 | 4 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190D | 153–182 | 29 | Chiapas |
| local roads | 182–190 | 8 | Chiapas |
- Mile 65 of this route: Tabasco → Veracruz (state line)
- Mile 71 of this route: Veracruz → Tabasco (state line)
- Mile 78 of this route: Tabasco → Chiapas (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Comalcalco and San Juan Chamula
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo de Paleontología de Tuxtla (mile 147)
- Nature and outdoors: Sumidero Canyon National Park (mile 146), Selva El Ocote (mile 162)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Ciudad (mile 143), Museo de Paleontología de Tuxtla (mile 147), Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología de Chiapas (mile 150), La Pila fountain (mile 155), Museo de la Laca and the Santo Domingo monastery (mile 155)
Museo de la Ciudad
Tuxtla Gutiérrez's city museum covers the history and growth of the city with three permanent exhibits and a temporary gallery, in a building whose site once briefly served as a bullring.
Sumidero Canyon National Park
The Grijalva River runs through Sumidero Canyon, whose walls rise from about 200 to 1,000 meters. Boat trips leave from colonial Chiapa de Corzo, and lookouts line the rim. It became a national park in 1980.
Museo de Paleontología de Tuxtla
Also known as the Museo Eliseo Palacios Aguilera, this Tuxtla Gutiérrez museum opened in 2002 and displays more than 200 fossils found in Chiapas, ranging from 10,000 to 300 million years old.
Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología de Chiapas
Opened in 2006 on the site of the former Cerro Hueco prison, the Chiapas Museum of Science and Technology in Tuxtla Gutiérrez aims to spark children's and teens' interest in science and technology.
La Pila fountain
Built of brick in a diamond shape in 1562, La Pila fountain in the square of Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, is an example of Mudéjar-Renaissance style.
Museo de la Laca and the Santo Domingo monastery
Dominican friars built this convent in Chiapa de Corzo in the second half of the 16th century; today it is a cultural center whose Museo de la Laca is devoted to Chiapas' traditional lacquerwork.
Selva El Ocote
Selva El Ocote Biosphere Reserve covers about 101,288 hectares of Chiapas, protecting tall evergreen rain forest on karst terrain, a landscape also known for its extensive caverns.
In San Juan Chamula itself
Museo de los Altos de Chiapas Ex Convento Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Attached to the baroque church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán in San Cristóbal de Las Casas, this museum occupies the former convent and is one of the city's most traditional landmarks.
Museo Mesoamericano del Jade
The Museo Mesoamericano del Jade in San Cristóbal de Las Casas is housed in the Casa del Jade, a cultural center and company specializing in jade, with its own workshops.
Museo de Medicina Maya
Dedicated to the healing practices of the Tzotzil and Tzeltal peoples, the Museo de Medicina Maya is a museum in San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula?
About 3 h 53 min of driving without stops, over 190 miles.
What is the driving distance from Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula?
About 190 miles (305 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 Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula?
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 Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula?
The U.S. State Department rates Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Chiapas Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Comalcalco to San Juan Chamula?
In order: MEX-187, MEX-187D, MEX-190 and MEX-190D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Comalcalco and San Juan Chamula?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Ciudad (museum, mile 143, 1 mi from the route); Museo de Paleontología de Tuxtla (museum, mile 147, 0.7 mi from the route); La Pila fountain (monument, mile 155, 2 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.