Maxcanú to Cuzamá is about 63 road miles (102 km): roughly 1 h 29 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance by road | 63 mi (102 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 29 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-180 → YUC 18 → MEX-184 |
| Mexican states on the route | Yucatán |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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.
The Maxcanú–Cuzamá drive in a few lines
MEX-180 (31 mi) and MEX-184 (7 mi) carry about 60% of the 63 miles. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Maxcanú to Cuzamá
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180 | 1–32 | 31 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 32–40 | 8 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 40–41 | 1 | Yucatán |
| YUC 18 | 41–44 | 3 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 44–45 | 1 | Yucatán |
| MEX-184 | 45–52 | 7 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 52–54 | 2 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 54–63 | 9 | Yucatán |
What to see on the way from Maxcanú to Cuzamá
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Xiol (mile 45), Acanceh (mile 53)
- Museums and history: Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán (mile 39), Xiol (mile 45), Acanceh (mile 53)
Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán
In Mérida's historic center, this memorial museum tells the story of the first Korean immigrants to Yucatán and their work in the henequen industry, with more than 200 photos, documents, newspapers and pieces of traditional clothing.
Xiol
Xiol is a Maya archaeological site in Kanasín, about 10 kilometers from Mérida, found by accident in 2018 during construction of an industrial complex. Its Maya name means "the spirit of man."
Acanceh
Inside the modern town of Acanceh, this Maya archaeological site was a major center of northern Yucatán, founded in the Middle Preclassic and at its peak in the Classic period. Its name means "lament of the deer."
When you get to Cuzamá
Ring of cenotes
Yucatán's Ring of cenotes (Anillo de cenotes) is a state-protected natural area: a semicircle of cenotes linked to the asteroid impact that formed the Chicxulub crater some 65 to 70 million years ago.
More drives to Cuzamá
- Calkiní to Cuzamá
- Hopelchén to Cuzamá
- Campeche to Cuzamá
- Champotón to Cuzamá
- Teapa to Cuzamá
- Ocosingo to Cuzamá
From Maxcanú to other places in Mexico
- Maxcanú to Tapijulapa
- Maxcanú to Izamal
- Maxcanú to Akumal
- Maxcanú to Puerto Morelos
- Maxcanú to Punta Allen
- Maxcanú to Kohunlich
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
About 1 h 29 min of driving without stops, over 63 miles.
What is the driving distance from Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
About 63 miles (102 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 Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
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 Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
The U.S. State Department rates Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
In order: MEX-180, YUC 18 and MEX-184. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Maxcanú to Cuzamá?
Closest to the road: Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán (history museum, mile 39, 3 mi from the route); Xiol (archaeological site, mile 45, 0.9 mi from the route); Acanceh (archaeological site, mile 53, 0.1 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.