The Wayro route from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá is 52 miles (83 km), about 1 h 25 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 52 mi (83 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 25 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-190 |
| Mexican states on the route | Chiapas |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.1 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.
On the road from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá
MEX-190 (33 mi) carries about 63% of the 52 miles. None of the 3 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Roads you'll take from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 3–36 | 33 | Chiapas |
| local roads | 36–52 | 16 | Chiapas |
Stops between Ocozocoautla de Espinosa and Copainalá
- Nature and outdoors: Sumidero Canyon (mile 29), Sumidero Canyon National Park (mile 29)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Ciudad (mile 15)
Museo de la Ciudad
Tuxtla Gutiérrez's city museum covers the history and growth of the city with three permanent exhibits and a temporary gallery, in a building whose site once briefly served as a bullring.
Sumidero Canyon
Just north of Chiapa de Corzo in Chiapas, Sumidero Canyon is a deep natural canyon cut by a crack in the crust and erosion by the Grijalva River, which still flows through it.
Sumidero Canyon National Park
The Grijalva River runs through Sumidero Canyon, whose walls rise from about 200 to 1,000 meters. Boat trips leave from colonial Chiapa de Corzo, and lookouts line the rim. It became a national park in 1980.
More drives to Copainalá
- Zacatelco to Copainalá
- Tlaxcala to Copainalá
- Huejotzingo to Copainalá
- Calpulalpan to Copainalá
- Zacualpan de Amilpas to Copainalá
- Zacatlán to Copainalá
From Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to other places in Mexico
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Huejotzingo
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Calpulalpan
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Otumba
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tetela de Ocampo
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Omitlán
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá?
About 1 h 25 min of driving without stops, over 52 miles.
What is the driving distance from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá?
About 52 miles (83 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 Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá?
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 Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá?
The U.S. State Department rates Chiapas Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Where can you stop on the way from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Copainalá?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Ciudad (museum, mile 15, 2 mi from the route); Sumidero Canyon (canyon, mile 29, 4 mi from the route); Sumidero Canyon National Park (national park, mile 29, 6 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.