Plan on about 6 h 47 min of driving for the 391-mile (630 km) trip from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos, before any stops.
| Total distance | 391 mi (630 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 6 h 47 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-95D → MEX-160D → MEX-160 → PUE 438D → MEX-190D → MEX-190 → MEX-150D → MEX-145D → MEX-180D → MEX-185 |
| Mexican states on the route | Morelos, Puebla, Veracruz |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-95D, MEX-160D, MEX-190D, MEX-150D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 15.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
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 Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos
MEX-150D (125 mi) and PUE 438D (34 mi) carry about 41% of the 391 miles. It runs through 3 states: Morelos, Puebla, Veracruz. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-95D, MEX-160D and MEX-190D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Morelos |
| MEX-95D | 4–9 | 5 | Morelos |
| MEX-160D | 9–30 | 21 | Morelos |
| MEX-160 | 30–47 | 17 | Morelos |
| PUE 438D | 47–81 | 34 | Morelos, Puebla |
| MEX-190D | 81–91 | 10 | Puebla |
| connecting roads | 91–92 | 1 | Puebla |
| MEX-190 | 92–107 | 15 | Puebla |
| MEX-150D | 107–232 | 125 | Puebla, Veracruz |
| local roads | 232–343 | 111 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 343–375 | 32 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 375–378 | 3 | Veracruz |
| MEX-185 | 378–389 | 11 | Veracruz |
| local roads | 389–391 | 2 | Veracruz |
- Mile 55 of this route: Morelos → Puebla (state line)
- Mile 165 of this route: Puebla → Veracruz (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Coatzacoalcos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 178)
- Nature and outdoors: El Tepozteco National Park (mile 14), Jardín Botánico Universitario de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (mile 98), Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 178)
- Museums and history: El Tepozteco (mile 14), Chalcatzingo (mile 47), International Museum of the Baroque (mile 92), Convent Church of Santo Domingo, Puebla (mile 102), Huatusco (mile 226)
El Tepozteco
High on a hill above Tepoztlán, El Tepozteco holds the remains of a shrine to Ometochtli-Tepoztécatl, god of pulque, fertility and the harvest, along with terraced platforms built from around AD 1200.
El Tepozteco National Park
Eroded volcanic hills of the Sierra de Tepoztlán fill this national park, about half of which lies in Mexico City's Milpa Alta borough. A short, steep climb leads to the Tepozteco archaeological zone; wear good shoes, since the rocks get slippery.
Templo y Exconvento de San Mateo Apóstol
Built by Augustinian friars, the Templo y Exconvento de San Mateo Apóstol in Atlatlahucan is well preserved, with murals and decorated vaults, and is associated with the origins of the Chinelo dancers.
Chalcatzingo
At the foot of Cerro Chalcatzingo in eastern Morelos, this early site is known for stone reliefs carved mainly between 700 and 500 BC, some among the region's earliest stone sculpture and several in Olmec style, spread across the hillside.
International Museum of the Baroque
Designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito and opened in 2016, Puebla's baroque museum wraps its galleries in curving white concrete walls beside a reflecting pond. Exhibits cover baroque painting, sculpture, architecture, music, theater and literature.
Jardín Botánico Universitario de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla
On the Ciudad Universitaria campus of BUAP in Puebla, the university botanical garden covers about 10.7 hectares and was formerly named after Ignacio Rodríguez Alconedo.
Convent Church of Santo Domingo, Puebla
Behind the facade of Puebla's Santo Domingo church hides the Capilla del Rosario, inaugurated in 1690. Gold covers its walls, pilasters and vaults, and contemporaries hailed it as the eighth wonder of the New World.
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.
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.
When you get to Coatzacoalcos
Cathedral of Saint Joseph in Coatzacoalcos
Officially the Cathedral of Saint Joseph (Catedral de San José), this Catholic church in Coatzacoalcos was raised to cathedral rank and serves as the seat of the Diocese of Coatzacoalcos.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos?
About 6 h 47 min of driving without stops, over 391 miles.
What is the driving distance from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos?
About 391 miles (630 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 Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos?
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 Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos?
The U.S. State Department rates Morelos Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos use?
In order: MEX-95D, MEX-160D, MEX-160, PUE 438D, MEX-190D, MEX-190, MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D and MEX-185. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Cuernavaca to Coatzacoalcos?
Closest to the road: El Tepozteco (archaeological site, mile 14, 1 mi from the route); El Tepozteco National Park (national park, mile 14, 1 mi from the route); Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (national park, mile 178, 0.5 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.