Puerto Aventuras to Maní is about 196 road miles (315 km): roughly 4 h 13 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 13 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-307 → MEX-305D → MEX-180D → MEX-180 → YUC 18 |
| Mexican states on the route | Quintana Roo, Yucatán |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-305D, MEX-180D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.8 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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 Puerto Aventuras to Maní: the shape of the trip
MEX-180D (76 mi) and MEX-305D (29 mi) carry about 54% of the 196 miles. It runs through 2 states: Quintana Roo, Yucatán. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-305D and MEX-180D. None of the 3 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Road-by-road breakdown: Puerto Aventuras to Maní
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Quintana Roo |
| MEX-307 | 1–12 | 11 | Quintana Roo |
| connecting roads | 12–16 | 4 | Quintana Roo |
| MEX-305D | 16–45 | 29 | Quintana Roo |
| connecting roads | 45–46 | 1 | Quintana Roo |
| MEX-180D | 46–122 | 76 | Quintana Roo, Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 122–124 | 2 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180 | 124–147 | 23 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 147–188 | 41 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 188–189 | 1 | Yucatán |
| YUC 18 | 189–195 | 6 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 195–196 | 1 | Yucatán |
- Mile 55 of this route: Quintana Roo → Yucatán (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Puerto Aventuras and Maní
Xcaret Park
On the Riviera Maya coast of Quintana Roo, Xcaret Park is a privately run theme park and self-described ecotourism development, part of the Xcaret Experiencias Group.
Cenote Zací
Cenote Zací sits inside the city of Valladolid, Yucatán. Its name comes from the Maya settlement that once stood on the site.
Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988, is a former Maya city between Mérida and Valladolid where you can walk past El Castillo (Temple of Kukulkan), the Temple of the Warriors, the Great Ball Court and the round El Caracol observatory.
More drives to Maní
From Puerto Aventuras to other places in Mexico
- Puerto Aventuras to Izamal
- Puerto Aventuras to Tixkokob
- Puerto Aventuras to Sisal
- Puerto Aventuras to Calkiní
- Puerto Aventuras to Celestún
- Puerto Aventuras to Hecelchakán
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Puerto Aventuras to Maní?
About 4 h 13 min of driving without stops, over 196 miles.
What is the driving distance from Puerto Aventuras to Maní?
About 196 miles (315 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 Puerto Aventuras to Maní?
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 Puerto Aventuras to Maní?
The U.S. State Department rates Quintana Roo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Puerto Aventuras to Maní?
In order: MEX-307, MEX-305D, MEX-180D, MEX-180 and YUC 18. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Puerto Aventuras and Maní?
Closest to the road: Xcaret Park (zoo, mile 9, 1 mi from the route); Cenote Zací (cenote, mile 96, 3 mi from the route); Chichen Itza (ancient city, mile 124, 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.