The Wayro route from Metepec to Amatitán is 326 miles (524 km), about 5 h 25 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 326 mi (524 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 5 h 25 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-55 → MEX-55D → MEX-15D → MEX-15 |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico (Level 2), Michoacán (Level 4), Jalisco (Level 3) |
| Toll roads | MEX-55D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.0 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 Metepec to Amatitán is like
MEX-15D (256 mi) and MEX-55D (29 mi) carry about 87% of the 326 miles. MEX-55D, MEX-15D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-55, MEX-15 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco. Of the 8 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Metepec to Amatitán, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55 | 3–14 | 11 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55D | 14–43 | 29 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55 | 43–47 | 4 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-15D | 47–303 | 256 | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 303–326 | 23 | Jalisco |
- Mile 65 of this route: State of Mexico → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 232 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
Stops between Metepec and Amatitán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 44), Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (mile 301)
- Nature and outdoors: Parque Estatal Sierra Morelos (mile 8), Rayón National Park (mile 68), Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (mile 301)
- Museums and history: Calixtlahuaca (mile 9), Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 44), Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (mile 292), Guadalajara city museum (mile 296)
Parque Estatal Sierra Morelos
This Toluca park, one of the State of Mexico's protected natural areas, is home to more than 500 species of plants and animals. Families come for the axolotl center, bat house, small farm and jogging track.
Calixtlahuaca
Spread over the slopes of Cerro Tenismó near Toluca, this site's standout is the round Temple of Ehécatl-Quetzalcóatl, rebuilt in four phases. Nearby, a Mexica-era skull rack displays stone skulls set into cross-shaped walls.
Cathedral of Atlacomulco
Atlacomulco's cathedral, the Catedral de la Divina Providencia, is the seat of the Diocese of Atlacomulco and is dedicated to Divine Providence, making it the town's principal Catholic church.
Rayón National Park
Just outside Tlalpujahua, Rayón National Park (Parque Nacional Rayón) marks the start of the area's famous butterfly reserve country, which stretches south and west from here.
Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque
On Independencia Street in central Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, the Museo Regional de la Cerámica is one of the city's two main ceramics museums, alongside the Pantaleón Panduro Museum.
Diana Theatre
The Diana Theatre, or Teatro Diana, is an indoor theater in Guadalajara, in the state of Jalisco, with seating for 2,345 people.
Guadalajara city museum
Guadalajara's city museum (Museo de la Ciudad), in the historic center, opened on February 14, 1992, and covers the city's history and many sides of its culture.
Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara
Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara is a public park in Zapopan, Jalisco, that hosts many events, including concerts, outdoor movie screenings and food festivals.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Metepec to Amatitán?
About 5 h 25 min of driving without stops, over 326 miles.
How far is Amatitán from Metepec by car?
About 326 miles (524 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 Metepec to Amatitán?
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 Metepec to Amatitán?
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 (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Metepec to Amatitán use?
In order: MEX-55, MEX-55D, MEX-15D and MEX-15. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Metepec and Amatitán?
Closest to the road: Cathedral of Atlacomulco (catholic cathedral, mile 44, 0.1 mi from the route); Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (museum, mile 292, 1 mi from the route); Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (park, mile 301, 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.