The Wayro route from Metepec to Ezequiel Montes is 115 miles (185 km), about 2 h 37 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 115 mi (185 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 37 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-55 → MEX-55D → MEX-M40D → MEX-57D → MEX-120 |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico (Level 2), Querétaro (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-55D, MEX-M40D, MEX-57D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.6 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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 Ezequiel Montes is like
MEX-55 (41 mi) and MEX-55D (29 mi) carry about 61% of the 115 miles. MEX-55D, MEX-M40D, MEX-57D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-55, MEX-120 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 2 states: State of Mexico, Querétaro. Of the 4 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Metepec to Ezequiel Montes, 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 |
| connecting roads | 43–45 | 2 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-M40D | 45–54 | 9 | State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 54–55 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-55 | 55–85 | 30 | State of Mexico, Querétaro |
| MEX-57D | 85–91 | 6 | Querétaro |
| connecting roads | 91–92 | 1 | Querétaro |
| MEX-120 | 92–114 | 22 | Querétaro |
| local roads | 114–115 | 1 | Querétaro |
- Mile 83 of this route: State of Mexico → Querétaro (state line)
Stops between Metepec and Ezequiel Montes
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 44), Galería Libertad (mile 104)
- Nature and outdoors: Parque Estatal Sierra Morelos (mile 8)
- Museums and history: Calixtlahuaca (mile 9), Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 44), Galería Libertad (mile 104)
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.
Galería Libertad
Run by Querétaro's state culture department, Galería Libertad is a public gallery in the historic center of Santiago de Querétaro devoted to exhibiting, promoting and teaching the visual arts.
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From Metepec to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Metepec to Ezequiel Montes?
About 2 h 37 min of driving without stops, over 115 miles.
How far is Ezequiel Montes from Metepec by car?
About 115 miles (185 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 Ezequiel Montes?
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 Ezequiel Montes?
The U.S. State Department rates State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Querétaro Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Metepec to Ezequiel Montes use?
In order: MEX-55, MEX-55D, MEX-M40D, MEX-57D and MEX-120. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Metepec and Ezequiel Montes?
Closest to the road: Calixtlahuaca (archaeological site, mile 9, 1 mi from the route); Cathedral of Atlacomulco (catholic cathedral, mile 44, 0.1 mi from the route); Galería Libertad (art museum, mile 104, 0.4 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.