The Wayro route from Córdoba to Apizaco is 122 miles (197 km), about 2 h 16 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 122 mi (197 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 16 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-150D → MEX-136 |
| Mexican states on the route | Veracruz (Level 2), Puebla (Level 2), Tlaxcala (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-150D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
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 Córdoba to Apizaco is like
MEX-150D (53 mi) and MEX-136 (26 mi) carry about 65% of the 122 miles. MEX-150D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-136 is a free federal road (libre). It runs through 3 states: Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala. Of the 5 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Córdoba to Apizaco, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 3–56 | 53 | Veracruz, Puebla |
| local roads | 56–96 | 40 | Puebla |
| MEX-136 | 96–122 | 26 | Tlaxcala |
- Mile 37 of this route: Veracruz → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 96 of this route: Puebla → Tlaxcala (state line)
Stops between Córdoba and Apizaco
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 24), Museo Nacional del Títere (mile 104)
- Nature and outdoors: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 24), La Malinche National Park (mile 108)
- Museums and history: Veracruz State Art Museum (mile 14), Orizaba Cathedral (mile 16), Museo Nacional del Títere (mile 104)
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.
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.
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
Tlaxcala's La Malinche National Park surrounds the inactive Matlalcuéyetl volcano, with pine, oak and fir forests on its slopes, hiking trails, birdwatching, and stone cabins and campsites at the Malintzi Vacation Center.
When you get to Apizaco
Basílica de Nuestra Señora de las Misericordias, Apizaco
In the city of Apizaco, this Catholic basilica (Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Misericordia) was begun in the third decade of the 20th century and completed in 1961.
Museo Casa de Piedra
Apizaco's old railroad station, dating from 1916, now houses the Museo Casa de Piedra. Inside, photographs and documents trace the town's history, especially its long ties to the railroads.
Ex Convento de Santa María de la Concepción Atlihuetzia
The ruined walls of this 16th-century Franciscan convent in Atlihuetzia rise as high as 21 meters beside the 17th-century Purísima Concepción church. The site also holds a sanctuary to Cristóbal, honored as the first Catholic child martyr in the Americas.
More drives to Apizaco
- Mexico City to Apizaco
- Tepotzotlán to Apizaco
- Cuautla to Apizaco
- Toluca to Apizaco
- Cuernavaca to Apizaco
- Taxco to Apizaco
From Córdoba to other places in Mexico
- Córdoba to Zacatelco
- Córdoba to Chiautempan
- Córdoba to Huejotzingo
- Córdoba to Tlaxcala
- Córdoba to Atlixco
- Córdoba to Tlaxco
Continue Your Adventure
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Córdoba to Apizaco?
About 2 h 16 min of driving without stops, over 122 miles.
How far is Apizaco from Córdoba by car?
About 122 miles (197 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 Córdoba to Apizaco?
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 Córdoba to Apizaco?
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 Córdoba to Apizaco use?
In order: MEX-150D and MEX-136. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Córdoba and Apizaco?
Closest to the road: Veracruz State Art Museum (art museum, mile 14, 1 mi from the route); Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 24, 0.4 mi from the route); Museo Nacional del Títere (museum, mile 104, 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 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.