The Wayro route from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa is 142 miles (228 km), about 3 h 45 min of driving without stops.
| Total distance | 142 mi (228 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 45 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-190 → MEX-195 → MEX-173 |
| Mexican states on the route | Chiapas, Tabasco |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
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.
Driving Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa: the shape of the trip
MEX-173 (66 mi) and MEX-195 (35 mi) carry about 71% of the 142 miles. It runs through 2 states: Chiapas, Tabasco. Of the 6 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Ocozocoautla de Espinosa and Tapijulapa
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 3–14 | 11 | Chiapas |
| local roads | 14–23 | 9 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 23–41 | 18 | Chiapas |
| MEX-195 | 41–76 | 35 | Chiapas |
| MEX-173 | 76–142 | 66 | Chiapas, Tabasco |
- Mile 133 of this route: Chiapas → Tabasco (state line)
Stops between Ocozocoautla de Espinosa and Tapijulapa
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Regional Museum of Anthropology and History of Chiapas (mile 20), La Pila fountain (mile 29), Chiapa de Corzo (mile 30)
- Nature and outdoors: Sumidero Canyon National Park (mile 20), Selva El Ocote (mile 45)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Ciudad (mile 16), Regional Museum of Anthropology and History of Chiapas (mile 20), La Pila fountain (mile 29), Chiapa de Corzo (mile 30)
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 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.
Regional Museum of Anthropology and History of Chiapas
Two main halls cover Chiapas's Mesoamerican archaeology and the state's history since the Spanish conquest at this regional museum of anthropology and history in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
La Pila fountain
Built of brick in a diamond shape in 1562, La Pila fountain in the square of Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, is an example of Mudéjar-Renaissance style.
Chiapa de Corzo
Near the town of Chiapa de Corzo in Chiapas lies a pre-Columbian archaeological site of the same name that grew into a regional center around 700–500 BCE, during the Middle Formative period.
Selva El Ocote
Selva El Ocote Biosphere Reserve covers about 101,288 hectares of Chiapas, protecting tall evergreen rain forest on karst terrain, a landscape also known for its extensive caverns.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa?
About 3 h 45 min of driving without stops, over 142 miles.
What is the driving distance from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa?
About 142 miles (228 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 Tapijulapa?
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 Tapijulapa?
The U.S. State Department rates Chiapas Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Ocozocoautla de Espinosa to Tapijulapa use?
In order: MEX-190, MEX-195 and MEX-173. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Ocozocoautla de Espinosa and Tapijulapa?
Closest to the road: Regional Museum of Anthropology and History of Chiapas (museum, mile 20, 0.7 mi from the route); La Pila fountain (monument, mile 29, 0.6 mi from the route); Chiapa de Corzo (archaeological site, mile 30, 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 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.