The Wayro route from Pachuca to Tlaxco is 63 miles (102 km), about 1 h 44 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 63 mi (102 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 44 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-88 |
| Mexican states on the route | Hidalgo (Level 2), Tlaxcala (Level 2) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
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 Pachuca to Tlaxco is like
MEX-88 (22 mi) carries about 35% of the 63 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-88. It runs through 2 states: Hidalgo, Tlaxcala. Of the 5 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Pachuca to Tlaxco, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-88 | 2–24 | 22 | Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 24–25 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 25–63 | 38 | Hidalgo, Tlaxcala |
- Mile 49 of this route: Hidalgo → Tlaxcala (state line)
Stops between Pachuca and Tlaxco
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Church and former convent of Todos los Santos (mile 16), Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque (mile 21), San Francisco Convent in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo (mile 29), Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (mile 39)
- Museums and history: Teotihuacan (mile 21), Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (mile 39)
Church and former convent of Todos los Santos
Franciscan friars built this fortress-style convent in Zempoala, and the complex still keeps the classic layout of atrium, church, open chapel and cloister. It pairs well with a drive through the area's old pulque haciendas.
Teotihuacan
Built between the 1st and 7th centuries AD, this UNESCO-listed ancient city lines the Avenue of the Dead, where you can walk between the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Temple of the Feathered Serpent.
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.
More drives to Tlaxco
- Puebla to Tlaxco
- Cholula to Tlaxco
- Huejotzingo to Tlaxco
- Mexico City to Tlaxco
- Actopan to Tlaxco
- Tepotzotlán to Tlaxco
From Pachuca to other places in Mexico
- Pachuca to Jilotepec
- Pachuca to Metepec
- Pachuca to Atlatlahucan
- Pachuca to Malinalco
- Pachuca to Amealco
- Pachuca to Cuautla
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Pachuca to Tlaxco?
About 1 h 44 min of driving without stops, over 63 miles.
How far is Tlaxco from Pachuca by car?
About 63 miles (102 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 Pachuca to Tlaxco?
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 Pachuca to Tlaxco?
The U.S. State Department rates Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tlaxcala Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What are good stops between Pachuca and Tlaxco?
Closest to the road: Church and former convent of Todos los Santos (convent, mile 16, 0.6 mi from the route); San Francisco Convent in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo (convent, mile 29, 0.3 mi from the route); Museo del Ferrocarril de Apan (museum, mile 39, 0.5 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.