The Wayro route from Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo is 96 miles (154 km), about 2 h 27 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 96 mi (154 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 27 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-119 → PUE 148 |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico (Level 2), Hidalgo (Level 2), Tlaxcala (Level 2), Puebla (Level 2) |
| 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 Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo is like
PUE 148 (28 mi) and MEX-119 (17 mi) carry about 47% of the 96 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-119. It runs through 4 states: State of Mexico, Hidalgo, Tlaxcala, Puebla. Of the 4 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–12 | 12 | State of Mexico, Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 12–16 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 16–50 | 34 | Hidalgo, Tlaxcala |
| MEX-119 | 50–67 | 17 | Tlaxcala, Puebla |
| PUE 148 | 67–95 | 28 | Puebla |
| local roads | 95–96 | 1 | Puebla |
- Mile 11 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 37 of this route: Hidalgo → Tlaxcala (state line)
- Mile 55 of this route: Tlaxcala → Puebla (state line)
Stops between Otumba and Tetela de Ocampo
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): San Francisco Convent in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo (mile 16), Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (mile 26), Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (mile 68)
- Museums and history: Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (mile 26)
Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque
Built by Franciscan friar Francisco de Tembleque between 1554 and 1572, this 16th-century water system runs more than 48 km between Zempoala and Otumba. Its tallest arcade at Tepeyahualco reaches almost 40 meters, and UNESCO listed it in 2015.
San Francisco Convent in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo
Tepeapulco's church and former convent of San Francisco (Templo y Exconvento de San Francisco) belongs to the group of mendicant buildings raised by Franciscan friars in Hidalgo in the 16th century.
Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan
Set in Apan's old train station on the former Mexico City–Veracruz line, this railroad museum preserves the town's history.
Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla
In the Sierra Norte de Puebla, the sanctuary of Nuestro Padre Jesús in Aquixtla draws thousands of pilgrims during the year who come to give thanks for favors received.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo?
About 2 h 27 min of driving without stops, over 96 miles.
How far is Tetela de Ocampo from Otumba by car?
About 96 miles (154 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 Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo?
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 Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo?
The U.S. State Department rates State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Otumba to Tetela de Ocampo use?
In order: MEX-119 and PUE 148. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Otumba and Tetela de Ocampo?
Closest to the road: San Francisco Convent in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo (convent, mile 16, 0.2 mi from the route); Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (museum, mile 26, 0.6 mi from the route); Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (sanctuary, mile 68, 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.