Plan on about 7 h 38 min of driving for the 402-mile (647 km) trip from Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega, before any stops.
| Distance by road | 402 mi (647 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 7 h 38 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-55 → MEX-55D → MEX-15D → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-A10D, MEX-55D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 16.1 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.
How the Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega drive plays out
MEX-15D (238 mi) and MEX-23 (67 mi) carry about 76% of the 402 miles. It runs through 4 states: State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-A10D, MEX-55D and MEX-15D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–34 | 34 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55 | 34–45 | 11 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55D | 45–74 | 29 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55 | 74–78 | 4 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-15D | 78–316 | 238 | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco |
| local roads | 316–334 | 18 | Jalisco |
| MEX-23 | 334–401 | 67 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 401–402 | 1 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 96 of this route: State of Mexico → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 264 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 372 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Stops between Malinalco and Teúl de González Ortega
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 75), Guadalajara Zoo (mile 328)
- Nature and outdoors: Nevado de Toluca National Park (mile 24), Museo de Ciencias Naturales del Estado de México (mile 35)
- Museums and history: Museo de Ciencias Naturales del Estado de México (mile 35), Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 75), Teatro Morelos de Maravatío (mile 116), Panteón de Belén (mile 329), Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan (mile 333), Museo de Arte de Zapopan (mile 333)
- With kids: Guadalajara Zoo (mile 328)
Nevado de Toluca National Park
The Nevado de Toluca volcano was declared a flora and fauna protection area in 2013, a protected zone spanning ten municipalities of the State of Mexico, including Toluca, Zinacantepec and Temascaltepec.
Museo de Ciencias Naturales del Estado de México
Set in the Parque de los Matlatzincas on Cerro del Calvario, the Natural Sciences Museum of the State of Mexico explores biology, geology and the preservation of natural resources.
Teatro Morelos
In Toluca's historic center, just west of the State of Mexico's Palace of Justice, Teatro Morelos stages plays along with other shows and cultural events.
Cathedral of Atlacomulco
The seat of the Diocese of Atlacomulco is the Catedral de la Divina Providencia, which serves as the main Catholic church in town and takes its dedication from Divine Providence.
Teatro Morelos de Maravatío
Opera singer Ángela Peralta performed at the opening of Maravatío's Teatro Morelos on January 11, 1879. Architect Rafael Guerrero Torres designed the building in a neoclassical style with French influence.
Guadalajara Zoo
Zoológico Guadalajara is the main zoo of Guadalajara, Jalisco, and holds a large population of animal species.
Panteón de Belén
A historic cemetery in Guadalajara, Panteón de Belén is known for its legends and offers night tours.
Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan
The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan is a 17th-century Franciscan sanctuary in downtown Zapopan. It keeps a wooden image of the Virgin that came from Spain to New Galicia in the 16th century.
Museo de Arte de Zapopan
Run by the city of Zapopan, the Museo de Arte de Zapopan is a contemporary art museum in the town's historic center, open since 2002.
In Teúl de González Ortega itself
El Teúl
On a hill of the same name in southern Zacatecas, near Jalisco, El Teúl was a Mesoamerican settlement where people made copper and ceramic goods.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 7 h 38 min of driving without stops, over 402 miles.
What is the driving distance from Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 402 miles (647 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 Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega?
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 Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega?
The U.S. State Department rates State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Michoacán Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Malinalco to Teúl de González Ortega?
In order: MEX-55, MEX-55D, MEX-15D and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Malinalco and Teúl de González Ortega?
Closest to the road: Teatro Morelos (theater, mile 35, 1 mi from the route); Cathedral of Atlacomulco (cathedral, mile 75, 0.1 mi from the route); Guadalajara Zoo (zoo, mile 328, 0.7 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.