The Wayro route from Tepotzotlán to Metepec is 55 miles (89 km), about 1 h 7 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 55 mi (89 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 7 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-57 → MEX-57D → MEX-134D |
| Mexican states on the route | State of Mexico (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-57D, MEX-134D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 2.2 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 Metepec is like
MEX-134D (24 mi) and MEX-57D (13 mi) carry about 67% of the 55 miles. MEX-57D, MEX-134D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-57 is a free federal road (libre). None of the 5 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
The route from Tepotzotlán to Metepec, 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 |
| connecting roads | 24–25 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-134D | 25–49 | 24 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 49–55 | 6 | State of Mexico |
Stops between Tepotzotlán and Metepec
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.
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.
Lomas de Padierna National Park
Lomas de Padierna National Park lies in the Cerro del Judío ecological reserve in La Magdalena Contreras, on the southwest side of Mexico City.
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.
La Marquesa National Park
Set in high-altitude conifer forest along the Mexico City–Toluca highway, La Marquesa National Park offers roadside eateries, horse and ATV rentals, mountain biking and camping, and marks the site of the 1810 Battle of Monte de las Cruces.
When you get to Metepec
Museo Galería de Arte Mexiquense Torres Bicentenario
Set in Toluca's Torres Bicentenario complex, built to celebrate Mexican independence, this gallery shows paintings, prints and sculpture by artists from the State of Mexico, and many works are for sale.
Toluca Cathedral
Begun in 1867 and finished only in 1978, Toluca's Cathedral of Saint Joseph has a neoclassical facade and a bronze statue of the saint on its dome. It also preserves the 18th-century baroque front of the former San Elzeario church.
Cosmovitral
Toluca's Cosmovitral wraps a botanical garden of more than 500 plant species in a huge stained-glass work designed by artist Leopoldo Flores. Light filtering through the colored glass sets the mood as you walk the garden paths.
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From Tepotzotlán to other places in Mexico
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- Tepotzotlán to Zimapán
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tepotzotlán to Metepec?
About 1 h 7 min of driving without stops, over 55 miles.
How far is Metepec from Tepotzotlán by car?
About 55 miles (89 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 Metepec?
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 Metepec?
The U.S. State Department rates State of Mexico 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 Metepec use?
In order: MEX-57, MEX-57D and MEX-134D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tepotzotlán and Metepec?
Closest to the road: Lomas de Padierna National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 27, 8 mi from the route); Desierto de los Leones National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 35, 7 mi from the route); La Marquesa National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 35, 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 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.