The Wayro route from Tepoztlán to Omitlán is 119 miles (191 km), about 2 h 37 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 119 mi (191 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 37 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-160D → MEX-95D → MEX-85 → MEX-105 |
| Mexican states on the route | Morelos (Level 3), Mexico City (Level 2), State of Mexico (Level 2), Hidalgo (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-160D, MEX-95D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.8 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
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 Tepoztlán to Omitlán is like
MEX-85 (49 mi) and MEX-95D (29 mi) carry about 66% of the 119 miles. MEX-160D, MEX-95D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-85, MEX-105 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 4 states: Morelos, Mexico City, State of Mexico, Hidalgo. Of the 9 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tepoztlán to Omitlán, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Morelos |
| MEX-160D | 1–5 | 4 | Morelos |
| connecting roads | 5–6 | 1 | Morelos |
| MEX-95D | 6–35 | 29 | Morelos, Mexico City |
| connecting roads | 35–41 | 6 | Mexico City |
| local roads | 41–48 | 7 | Mexico City |
| connecting roads | 48–52 | 4 | Mexico City |
| MEX-85 | 52–101 | 49 | Mexico City, State of Mexico, Hidalgo |
| local roads | 101–109 | 8 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 109–114 | 5 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 114–119 | 5 | Hidalgo |
- Mile 22 of this route: Morelos → Mexico City (state line)
- Mile 58 of this route: Mexico City → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 81 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
Stops between Tepoztlán and Omitlán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo del Ejército y Fuerza Aerea Mexicanos (mile 43), Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal (mile 50), Memorial del 68 (mile 51), Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (mile 54)
- Museums and history: San Bernardino de Siena Church, Xochimilco (mile 32), Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo (mile 39), Centro Cultural Isidro Fabela (mile 43), Museo del Ejército y Fuerza Aerea Mexicanos (mile 43), Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal (mile 50), Memorial del 68 (mile 51), Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (mile 54), Monumental Clock of Pachuca (mile 110)
- With kids: Six Flags México (mile 38)
San Bernardino de Siena Church, Xochimilco
Xochimilco's parish church of San Bernardino de Siena and its former monastery were built in the 16th century over a pre-Hispanic temple.
Six Flags México
Six Flags México is an amusement park operated by Six Flags on the southern edge of Mexico City, in the forested Tlalpan borough.
Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo
On the main campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, the University Museum of Contemporary Art (MUAC) has shown art made in the 21st century since opening in November 2008.
Centro Cultural Isidro Fabela
Facing Plaza San Jacinto in San Ángel, the Casa del Risco houses the Centro Cultural Isidro Fabela, a museum opened in 1963 after Isidro Fabela and his wife donated the house.
Museo del Ejército y Fuerza Aerea Mexicanos
Known as MUEFA, the Museo del Ejército y Fuerza Aérea Mexicanos presents key moments in the history of Mexico's armed forces.
Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal
On Plaza Garibaldi, the Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal presents the culture of both spirits through exhibits, talks, concerts and food events.
Memorial del 68
Part of the Centro Cultural Universitario Tlatelolco, the Memorial del 68 honors the people killed on October 2, 1968, in the Plaza de las Tres Culturas.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, at the foot of Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City's Gustavo A. Madero borough, is a Catholic basilica dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe within the Primate Archdiocese of Mexico.
Monumental Clock of Pachuca
Rising over Plaza Independencia in Pachuca's historic center, the Monumental Clock tower was built between 1904 and 1910 to mark the centennial of Mexico's War of Independence.
When you get to Omitlán
Museo Casa Grande
The Museo Casa Grande is a museum in Mineral del Monte, in the state of Hidalgo, run by the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo.
Acosta Mine Museum
In Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, the Museo de Sitio Mina de Acosta is devoted to the history of mining and is run by Pachuca's Archivo Histórico y Museo de Minería.
Paste Museum
The Museo del Paste in Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, is a food museum that shares and promotes the culinary and historical legacy of the paste.
More drives to Omitlán
- Tulancingo to Omitlán
- Otumba to Omitlán
- Tepotzotlán to Omitlán
- Mexico City to Omitlán
- Jilotepec to Omitlán
- Zimapán to Omitlán
From Tepoztlán to other places in Mexico
- Tepoztlán to San Miguel, Morelos
- Tepoztlán to Malinalco
- Tepoztlán to Tonatico
- Tepoztlán to Otumba
- Tepoztlán to Jilotepec
- Tepoztlán to Ixtenco
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tepoztlán to Omitlán?
About 2 h 37 min of driving without stops, over 119 miles.
How far is Omitlán from Tepoztlán by car?
About 119 miles (191 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 Tepoztlán to Omitlán?
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 Tepoztlán to Omitlán?
The U.S. State Department rates Morelos Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Mexico City Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tepoztlán to Omitlán use?
In order: MEX-160D, MEX-95D, MEX-85 and MEX-105. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tepoztlán and Omitlán?
Closest to the road: Museo del Ejército y Fuerza Aerea Mexicanos (museum, mile 43, 0.2 mi from the route); Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal (museum, mile 50, 0.3 mi from the route); Memorial del 68 (museum, mile 51, 0.1 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.