Plan on about 6 h 42 min of driving for the 351-mile (565 km) trip from Orizaba to Tapijulapa, before any stops.
| Distance by road | 351 mi (565 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 6 h 42 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-150D → MEX-145D → MEX-180D → MEX-180 → MEX-195 → TAB 1 → MEX-173 |
| Mexican states on the route | Veracruz, Tabasco |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 14.0 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.
On the road from Orizaba to Tapijulapa
MEX-180 (59 mi) and MEX-180D (54 mi) carry about 32% of the 351 miles. It runs through 2 states: Veracruz, Tabasco. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-150D, MEX-145D and MEX-180D. None of the 4 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Road-by-road breakdown: Orizaba to Tapijulapa
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 2–46 | 44 | Veracruz |
| local roads | 46–157 | 111 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 157–188 | 31 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 188–209 | 21 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180 | 209–228 | 19 | Veracruz, Tabasco |
| MEX-180D | 228–261 | 33 | Tabasco |
| MEX-180 | 261–301 | 40 | Tabasco |
| connecting roads | 301–302 | 1 | Tabasco |
| MEX-195 | 302–313 | 11 | Tabasco |
| TAB 1 | 313–339 | 26 | Tabasco |
| MEX-173 | 339–350 | 11 | Tabasco |
| local roads | 350–351 | 1 | Tabasco |
- Mile 226 of this route: Veracruz → Tabasco (state line)
What to see on the way from Orizaba to Tapijulapa
Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz
Built in the first half of the 17th century, Córdoba's Immaculate Conception Cathedral is the city's main church; look up to see its octagonal dome covered in tiles, finished in a neoclassical style.
Huatusco
Above the Atoyac River in Carrillo Puerto, Cuauhtochco has a Mexica-era temple that still keeps original surface finishes. Expect no visitor facilities, and consider hiring a local guide.
La Venta
Once an important Olmec city, La Venta sits in Tabasco close to Huimanguillo. Monumental sandstone sculptures found at the foot of its main pyramid are among the 200-plus pieces in the site museum.
Museo de Historia de Tabasco Casa de los Azulejos
The Museo de Historia de Tabasco, housed in the Casa de los Azulejos, is a history museum in the historic center of Villahermosa, Tabasco.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Orizaba to Tapijulapa?
About 6 h 42 min of driving without stops, over 351 miles.
What is the driving distance from Orizaba to Tapijulapa?
About 351 miles (565 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 Orizaba 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 Orizaba to Tapijulapa?
The U.S. State Department rates Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Orizaba to Tapijulapa use?
In order: MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D, MEX-180, MEX-195, TAB 1 and MEX-173. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Orizaba and Tapijulapa?
Closest to the road: Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (cathedral, mile 13, 2 mi from the route); Huatusco (archaeological site, mile 39, 2 mi from the route); Museo de Historia de Tabasco Casa de los Azulejos (museum, mile 303, 1 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.