The Wayro route from Tepotzotlán to Malinalco is 76 miles (122 km), about 1 h 56 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 56 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-57 → MEX-57D → MEX-15D → EM 6 |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico (Level 2), Mexico City (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-57D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.0 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.
What the drive from Tepotzotlán to Malinalco is like
EM 6 (19 mi) and MEX-57D (13 mi) carry about 42% of the 76 miles. MEX-57D, MEX-15D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-57 is a free federal road (libre). It runs through 2 states: State of Mexico, Mexico City. Of the 5 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tepotzotlán to Malinalco, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-57 | 3–6 | 3 | State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 6–11 | 5 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-57D | 11–24 | 13 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 24–31 | 7 | State of Mexico, Mexico City |
| connecting roads | 31–32 | 1 | Mexico City |
| MEX-15D | 32–38 | 6 | Mexico City, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 38–39 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| EM 6 | 39–58 | 19 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 58–76 | 18 | State of Mexico |
- Mile 30 of this route: State of Mexico → Mexico City (state line)
- Mile 34 of this route: Mexico City → State of Mexico (state line)
Stops between Tepotzotlán and Malinalco
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Desierto de los Leones National Park (mile 33)
- Nature and outdoors: El Tepeyac National Park (mile 7), Los Remedios National Park (mile 24), Viveros de Coyoacán (mile 29), Desierto de los Leones National Park (mile 33), Cumbres del Ajusco National Park (mile 43)
El Tepeyac National Park
Decreed in 1937 on reforested slopes of the Sierra de Guadalupe, including Cerro del Tepeyac, this national park was created for rest and recreation, with views toward Mexico City and the old Lake Texcoco plain.
Los Remedios National Park
Los Remedios National Park, created by federal decree in 1938, covers about 400 hectares on the far western side of Naucalpan, just northwest of Mexico City.
Viveros de Coyoacán
Part tree nursery, part public park, Viveros de Coyoacán covers 96 acres and was founded in the early 20th century by Miguel Ángel de Quevedo to grow seedlings for reforesting Mexico's forests.
Desierto de los Leones National Park
Declared a national park in 1917, this fir, ash and oak forest in Mexico City's Cuajimalpa and Álvaro Obregón boroughs surrounds a former Carmelite monastery. Locals come to hike, run and cycle, and more than 100 bird species live here.
Cumbres del Ajusco National Park
Pine and oak forests climb toward alpine meadows in Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, on Mexico City's southern edge. It draws hikers, climbers and cyclists, and it gets occasional snow, a rarity for the region.
When you get to Malinalco
Malinalco
Carved straight into the hillside above Malinalco, the Cuauhcalli is a rock-cut temple at the heart of this archaeological zone. The Mexica took the Matlatzinca town around 1476 and used it to train and consecrate elite warriors.
Desierto del Carmen National Park
Declared a national park on October 10, 1942, Desierto del Carmen is a protected area in the municipality of Tenancingo, in the State of Mexico.
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- Tequisquiapan to Malinalco
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From Tepotzotlán to other places in Mexico
- Tepotzotlán to Metepec
- Tepotzotlán to Atlatlahucan
- Tepotzotlán to El Oro
- Tepotzotlán to Tonatico
- Tepotzotlán to Zimapán
- Tepotzotlán to Ezequiel Montes
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tepotzotlán to Malinalco?
About 1 h 56 min of driving without stops, over 76 miles.
How far is Malinalco from Tepotzotlán by car?
About 76 miles (122 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 Tepotzotlán to Malinalco?
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 Tepotzotlán to Malinalco?
The U.S. State Department rates State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Mexico City Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tepotzotlán to Malinalco use?
In order: MEX-57, MEX-57D, MEX-15D and EM 6. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tepotzotlán and Malinalco?
Closest to the road: Los Remedios National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 24, 3 mi from the route); Desierto de los Leones National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 33, 1 mi from the route); Cumbres del Ajusco National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 43, 8 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.