The Wayro route from Motul to Hecelchakán is 96 miles (155 km), about 1 h 59 min of driving without stops.
| Total distance | 96 mi (155 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 1 h 59 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-176 → MEX-180 |
| Mexican states on the route | Yucatán, Campeche |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.8 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 Motul to Hecelchakán is like
MEX-180 (61 mi) and MEX-176 (21 mi) carry about 85% of the 96 miles. It runs through 2 states: Yucatán, Campeche. None of the 4 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Which roads connect Motul and Hecelchakán
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-176 | 0–21 | 21 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 21–34 | 13 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180 | 34–95 | 61 | Yucatán, Campeche |
| local roads | 95–96 | 1 | Campeche |
- Mile 75 of this route: Yucatán → Campeche (state line)
Places worth a stop between Motul and Hecelchakán
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.
Cathedral of Mérida, Yucatán
Oxkintok
Oxkintok is a pre-Columbian Maya archaeological site in the Puuc region of Yucatán state, in southeastern Mexico.
Uxmal
Founded around A.D. 700, the Maya city of Uxmal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Puuc-style buildings such as the Pyramid of the Soothsayer, the Governor's Palace and the Nunnery Quadrangle carry carvings of the rain god Chaac.
Once you reach Hecelchakán
Museo de Arqueología Maya del Camino Real de Hecelchakán
On Highway 180 about 40 miles north of Campeche city, Hecelchakán's INAH museum displays Maya archaeology from the Camino Real region. It is the only museum of its kind along this historic route toward Calkiní.
More drives to Hecelchakán
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From Motul to other places in Mexico
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Motul to Hecelchakán?
About 1 h 59 min of driving without stops, over 96 miles.
What is the driving distance from Motul to Hecelchakán?
About 96 miles (155 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 Motul to Hecelchakán?
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 Motul to Hecelchakán?
The U.S. State Department rates Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions; Campeche Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Motul to Hecelchakán use?
In order: MEX-176 and MEX-180. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Motul to Hecelchakán?
Closest to the road: Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán (history museum, mile 27, 3 mi from the route); Cathedral of Mérida, Yucatán (cathedral, mile 28, 3 mi from the route); Oxkintok (archaeological site, mile 66, 2 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.