By road, Progreso and Cuzamá are about 51 miles (82 km) apart, or roughly 1 h 16 min of driving.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 16 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-261 → MEX-180 → MEX-184 |
| Mexican states on the route | Yucatán |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.0 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.
What the drive from Progreso to Cuzamá is like
MEX-261 (15 mi) and MEX-184 (8 mi) carry about 45% of the 51 miles. Of the 4 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Progreso to Cuzamá: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Yucatán |
| MEX-261 | 1–16 | 15 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 16–25 | 9 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180 | 25–31 | 6 | Yucatán |
| MEX-184 | 31–39 | 8 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 39–42 | 3 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 42–51 | 9 | Yucatán |
Places worth a stop between Progreso and Cuzamá
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Xiol (mile 32), Acanceh (mile 40)
- Museums and history: Dzibilchaltun (mile 14), Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán (mile 25), Xiol (mile 32), Acanceh (mile 40)
Dzibilchaltun
Dzibilchaltún is a Maya archaeological site in Yucatán state, about 10 miles north of Mérida; its original name may have been Ch'iy Chan Ti'Ho.
Museo Conmemorativo de la Inmigración Coreana a Yucatán
In Mérida's historic center, this memorial museum tells the story of the first Korean immigrants to Yucatán and their work in the henequen industry, with more than 200 photos, documents, newspapers and pieces of traditional clothing.
Xiol
Xiol is a Maya archaeological site in Kanasín, about 10 kilometers from Mérida, found by accident in 2018 during construction of an industrial complex. Its Maya name means "the spirit of man."
Acanceh
Inside the modern town of Acanceh, this Maya archaeological site was a major center of northern Yucatán, founded in the Middle Preclassic and at its peak in the Classic period. Its name means "lament of the deer."
Arriving in Cuzamá
Ring of cenotes
Yucatán's Ring of cenotes (Anillo de cenotes) is a state-protected natural area: a semicircle of cenotes linked to the asteroid impact that formed the Chicxulub crater some 65 to 70 million years ago.
More drives to Cuzamá
- Maxcanú to Cuzamá
- Calkiní to Cuzamá
- Hopelchén to Cuzamá
- Campeche to Cuzamá
- Champotón to Cuzamá
- Teapa to Cuzamá
From Progreso to other places in Mexico
- Progreso to Sisal
- Progreso to Izamal
- Progreso to Calkiní
- Progreso to Kabah
- Progreso to Hecelchakán
- Progreso to Hopelchén
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Progreso to Cuzamá?
About 1 h 16 min of driving without stops, over 51 miles.
What is the driving distance from Progreso to Cuzamá?
About 51 miles (82 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 Progreso to Cuzamá?
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 Progreso to Cuzamá?
The U.S. State Department rates Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Progreso to Cuzamá use?
In order: MEX-261, MEX-180 and MEX-184. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Progreso and Cuzamá?
Closest to the road: Dzibilchaltun (archaeological site, mile 14, 3 mi from the route); Xiol (archaeological site, mile 32, 0.1 mi from the route); Acanceh (archaeological site, mile 40, 0.2 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.