Tecax to Espita is about 105 road miles (169 km): roughly 3 h 8 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance | 105 mi (169 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 8 min |
| Main roads, in order | YUC 13 |
| Mexican states on the route | Yucatán |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.2 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.
What the drive from Tecax to Espita is like
YUC 13 (28 mi) carries about 27% of the 105 miles. Of the 3 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Tecax to Espita
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–75 | 75 | Yucatán |
| YUC 13 | 75–103 | 28 | Yucatán |
| local roads | 103–105 | 2 | Yucatán |
What to see on the way from Tecax to Espita
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Yaxuná (mile 62)
- Museums and history: Yaxuná (mile 62)
Yaxuná
In the municipality of Yaxcabá, Yucatán, the Maya site of Yaxuná was occupied continuously from the Middle Formative Period through the Postclassic.
Ik Kil
Outside Pisté near Chichen Itza, Ik Kil is a cenote within the Ik Kil Archeological Park in Yucatán's Tinúm Municipality.
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 Espita
- Mérida to Espita
- Calkiní to Espita
- Campeche to Espita
- Champotón to Espita
- Paraiso to Espita
- Teapa to Espita
From Tecax to other places in Mexico
- Tecax to Hecelchakán
- Tecax to Teapa
- Tecax to Tapijulapa
- Tecax to Ocosingo
- Tecax to Hopelchén
- Tecax to Akumal
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tecax to Espita?
About 3 h 8 min of driving without stops, over 105 miles.
What is the driving distance from Tecax to Espita?
About 105 miles (169 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 Tecax to Espita?
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 Tecax to Espita?
The U.S. State Department rates Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Where can you stop on the way from Tecax to Espita?
Closest to the road: Yaxuná (archaeological site, mile 62, 0.2 mi from the route); Ik Kil (cenote, mile 73, 4 mi from the route); Chichen Itza (ancient city, mile 75, 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.