The Wayro route from Metztitlán to Omitlán is 42 miles (67 km), about 1 h 8 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 42 mi (67 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 8 min |
| Main roads, in order | HGO 37 → MEX-105 |
| Mexican states on the route | Hidalgo (Level 2) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 1.7 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.
What the drive from Metztitlán to Omitlán is like
MEX-105 (22 mi) and HGO 37 (14 mi) carry about 86% of the 42 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-105. Of the 3 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Metztitlán to Omitlán, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| HGO 37 | 0–14 | 14 | Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 14–15 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 15–30 | 15 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 30–34 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 34–41 | 7 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 41–42 | 1 | Hidalgo |
Stops between Metztitlán and Omitlán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Biosphere Reserve Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 7), Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 15), Templo y exconvento de San Agustín (mile 32)
- Nature and outdoors: Biosphere Reserve Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 7), Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 15)
Biosphere Reserve Barranca de Metztitlán
The Barranca de Metztitlán Biosphere Reserve protects about 96,000 hectares of eastern-central Hidalgo, where the Amajac, Metztitlán, Almolón and Metzquititlán rivers have cut four canyons, the Metztitlán gorge being the main one.
Barranca de Metztitlán
Barranca de Metztitlán is a biosphere reserve in Hidalgo, protected for its steep cliffs, deep winding canyons and distinctive plants and wildlife.
Templo y exconvento de San Agustín
Founded in 1536 and built between 1542 and 1562, the Augustinian church and former convent of San Agustín in Atotonilco el Grande has a Plateresque design and frescoes.
When you get to Omitlán
La Dificultad Mine Museum
At the La Dificultad mine in Mineral del Monte, a site museum and interpretation center tells the area's mining and hospital history, showing how the mines moved from steam power to electricity.
Acosta Mine Museum
In Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, the Museo de Sitio Mina de Acosta is devoted to the history of mining and is run by Pachuca's Archivo Histórico y Museo de Minería.
Museo Casa Grande
The Museo Casa Grande is a museum in Mineral del Monte, in the state of Hidalgo, run by the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo.
More drives to Omitlán
- Tulancingo to Omitlán
- Otumba to Omitlán
- Tepotzotlán to Omitlán
- Mexico City to Omitlán
- Jilotepec to Omitlán
- Zimapán to Omitlán
From Metztitlán to other places in Mexico
- Metztitlán to Tócuaro
- Metztitlán to Pacanda
- Metztitlán to Zirahuén
- Metztitlán to Ixcateopan
- Metztitlán to Boca de Pascuales
- Metztitlán to Maruata
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Metztitlán to Omitlán?
About 1 h 8 min of driving without stops, over 42 miles.
How far is Omitlán from Metztitlán by car?
About 42 miles (67 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 Metztitlán to Omitlán?
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 Metztitlán to Omitlán?
The U.S. State Department rates Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Metztitlán to Omitlán use?
In order: HGO 37 and MEX-105. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Metztitlán and Omitlán?
Closest to the road: Biosphere Reserve Barranca de Metztitlán (biosphere reserve, mile 7, 0.6 mi from the route); Barranca de Metztitlán (canyon, mile 15, 0.2 mi from the route); Templo y exconvento de San Agustín (convent, mile 32, 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 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.