Comalcalco to Zimapán is about 558 road miles (898 km): roughly 9 h 52 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance by road | 558 mi (898 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 9 h 52 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-187 → MEX-180 → MEX-180D → MEX-145D → MEX-150D → MEX-M40D → HGO 30 → MEX-85 |
| Mexican states on the route | Tabasco, Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-180D, MEX-145D, MEX-150D, MEX-M40D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 22.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 8 |
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 Comalcalco to Zimapán is like
MEX-150D (157 mi) and MEX-145D (142 mi) carry about 54% of the 558 miles. It runs through 6 states: Tabasco, Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Hidalgo, State of Mexico. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-180D, MEX-145D and MEX-150D. Of the 8 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Comalcalco to Zimapán: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-187 | 0–24 | 24 | Tabasco |
| connecting roads | 24–25 | 1 | Tabasco |
| MEX-180 | 25–35 | 10 | Tabasco |
| MEX-180D | 35–68 | 33 | Tabasco |
| MEX-180 | 68–88 | 20 | Tabasco, Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 88–109 | 21 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 109–251 | 142 | Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 251–408 | 157 | Veracruz, Puebla |
| connecting roads | 408–409 | 1 | Puebla |
| MEX-M40D | 409–494 | 85 | Puebla, Tlaxcala, Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 494–495 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| HGO 30 | 495–524 | 29 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-85 | 524–554 | 30 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 554–558 | 4 | Hidalgo |
- Mile 71 of this route: Tabasco → Veracruz (state line)
- Mile 319 of this route: Veracruz → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 413 of this route: Puebla → Tlaxcala (state line)
- Mile 436 of this route: Tlaxcala → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 444 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 456 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 473 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 487 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Zimapán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 306), Church of San Miguel Arcángel (mile 528), Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 529)
- Nature and outdoors: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 306)
- Museums and history: La Venta (mile 68), Orizaba Cathedral (mile 298), Casa del Alfeñique (mile 388), Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 529)
La Venta
Once an important Olmec city, La Venta sits in Tabasco close to Huimanguillo. Monumental sandstone sculptures found at the foot of its main pyramid are among the 200-plus pieces in the site museum.
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
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park is a protected natural area in the Mexican state of Veracruz, set aside by the government as a national park.
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.
Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque
Running more than 48 km between Zempoala and Otumba, Padre Tembleque's 16th-century water system has been on UNESCO's list since 2015. The friar built it from 1554 to 1572.
Hacienda Demiñho
Near Tunititlán in the Mezquital Valley, Hacienda Demiñho is a former Spanish-era estate that once ran cattle, farmed and rented land, becoming one of the region's important haciendas.
Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Ixmiquilpan's 16th-century Church of San Miguel Arcángel is known for its murals with religious and secular scenes, and for a design that blends European and Indigenous traditions.
Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital
In Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo, the Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital works as both a museum and a cultural center.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Comalcalco to Zimapán?
About 9 h 52 min of driving without stops, over 558 miles.
What is the driving distance from Comalcalco to Zimapán?
About 558 miles (898 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 Zimapán?
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 Zimapán?
The U.S. State Department rates Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Comalcalco to Zimapán?
In order: MEX-187, MEX-180, MEX-180D, MEX-145D, MEX-150D, MEX-M40D, HGO 30 and MEX-85. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Comalcalco to Zimapán?
Closest to the road: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (national park, mile 306, 0.5 mi from the route); Church of San Miguel Arcángel (convent, mile 528, 0.3 mi from the route); Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (museum, mile 529, 0.2 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.