By road, Tehuacán and Paraiso are about 350 miles (564 km) apart, or roughly 6 h 42 min of driving.
| Distance | 350 mi (564 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 6 h 42 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-150 → MEX-150D → MEX-145D → MEX-180D → MEX-180 → MEX-187 |
| Mexican states on the route | Puebla, Veracruz, Tabasco |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 14.0 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.
The Tehuacán–Paraiso drive in a few lines
MEX-180D (53 mi) and MEX-150D (51 mi) carry about 30% of the 350 miles. It runs through 3 states: Puebla, Veracruz, Tabasco. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-150D, MEX-145D and MEX-180D. Of the 5 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Tehuacán and Paraiso
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Puebla |
| MEX-150 | 2–37 | 35 | Puebla, Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 37–88 | 51 | Veracruz |
| local roads | 88–198 | 110 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 198–230 | 32 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180D | 230–250 | 20 | Veracruz |
| MEX-180 | 250–270 | 20 | Veracruz, Tabasco |
| MEX-180D | 270–303 | 33 | Tabasco |
| MEX-180 | 303–314 | 11 | Tabasco |
| MEX-187 | 314–350 | 36 | Tabasco |
- Mile 23 of this route: Puebla → Veracruz (state line)
- Mile 268 of this route: Veracruz → Tabasco (state line)
What to see on the way from Tehuacán to Paraiso
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Comalcalco (mile 341)
- Nature and outdoors: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 34)
- Museums and history: Orizaba Cathedral (mile 42), Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (mile 55), La Venta (mile 270), Comalcalco (mile 341)
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park is a protected natural area in the Mexican state of Veracruz, set aside by the government as a national park.
Orizaba Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel is the main Catholic church of Orizaba, in the state of Veracruz, and the seat of the Diocese of Orizaba.
Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz
An octagonal dome covered in tiles crowns Córdoba's Immaculate Conception Cathedral, the city's main church, finished in a neoclassical style.
La Venta
Once an important Olmec city, La Venta sits in Tabasco close to Huimanguillo. Monumental sandstone sculptures found at the foot of its main pyramid are among the 200-plus pieces in the site museum.
Comalcalco
Next to the modern city of the same name in Tabasco, Comalcalco is an ancient Maya site that stands out as a major Maya city built with bricks instead of limestone, and the westernmost of the civilization.
More drives to Paraiso
- Córdoba, Mexico to Paraiso
- Cholula to Paraiso
- Teziutlán to Paraiso
- Cuautla to Paraiso
- Mexico City to Paraiso
- Pachuca to Paraiso
From Tehuacán to other places in Mexico
- Tehuacán to Córdoba
- Tehuacán to Huejotzingo
- Tehuacán to Tlaxcala
- Tehuacán to Calpulalpan
- Tehuacán to Otumba
- Tehuacán to Tepoztlán
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Tehuacán to Paraiso?
About 6 h 42 min of driving without stops, over 350 miles.
What is the driving distance from Tehuacán to Paraiso?
About 350 miles (564 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 Tehuacán to Paraiso?
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 Tehuacán to Paraiso?
The U.S. State Department rates Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tehuacán to Paraiso use?
In order: MEX-150, MEX-150D, MEX-145D, MEX-180D, MEX-180 and MEX-187. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Tehuacán and Paraiso?
Closest to the road: Orizaba Cathedral (cathedral, mile 42, 1 mi from the route); Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (cathedral, mile 55, 2 mi from the route); Comalcalco (archaeological site, mile 341, 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 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.