The Wayro route from Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo is 220 miles (354 km), about 4 h 5 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 220 mi (354 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 5 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-120 → MEX-57D → MEX-M40D → MEX-132 → MEX-132D → MEX-119D → PUE 148 |
| Mexican states on the route | Querétaro (Level 2), State of Mexico (Level 2), Hidalgo (Level 2), Puebla (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-57D, MEX-M40D, MEX-132D, MEX-119D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 8.8 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
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 Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo is like
MEX-M40D (60 mi) and MEX-57D (42 mi) carry about 46% of the 220 miles. MEX-57D, MEX-M40D, MEX-132D, MEX-119D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-120, MEX-132 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 4 states: Querétaro, State of Mexico, Hidalgo, Puebla. Of the 7 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Querétaro |
| MEX-120 | 1–13 | 12 | Querétaro |
| connecting roads | 13–14 | 1 | Querétaro |
| MEX-57D | 14–56 | 42 | Querétaro, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 56–57 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-M40D | 57–117 | 60 | Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 117–118 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132 | 118–140 | 22 | Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 140–141 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132D | 141–165 | 24 | Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 165–167 | 2 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-119D | 167–186 | 19 | Hidalgo, Puebla |
| connecting roads | 186–192 | 6 | Puebla |
| PUE 148 | 192–219 | 27 | Puebla |
| local roads | 219–220 | 1 | Puebla |
- Mile 23 of this route: Querétaro → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 56 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 86 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 99 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 171 of this route: Hidalgo → Puebla (state line)
Stops between Tequisquiapan and Tetela de Ocampo
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Atlantean figures (mile 68), Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (mile 193)
- Museums and history: Jorge R. Acosta Museum (mile 68), Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco (mile 85), Teotihuacan (mile 117), El Santo Museum (mile 147)
Atlantean figures
Crowning the main pyramid at the Tula archaeological zone, these basalt sculptures of Toltec warriors stand more than four meters tall in what was once the Toltec capital; the nearby Wall of Snakes shows carved serpents devouring skeletons.
Jorge R. Acosta Museum
Next to the Tula ruins, the Museo de Sitio Jorge R. Acosta traces the rise and decline of the Toltecs and their city, Tollan Xicocotitlan. It moved into new facilities in 1982 and covers nearly 20 years of digs led by archaeologist Jorge R. Acosta.
Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco
Founded in 1985, the Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco sits across from the parish church of San Francisco de Asís and beside the town hall in Apaxco, State of Mexico.
Teotihuacan
Built between the 1st and 7th centuries AD, this UNESCO-listed ancient city lines the Avenue of the Dead, where you can walk between the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Temple of the Feathered Serpent.
Church and former convent of Todos los Santos
Franciscan friars built this fortress-style convent in Zempoala, and the complex still keeps the classic layout of atrium, church, open chapel and cloister. It pairs well with a drive through the area's old pulque haciendas.
El Santo Museum
Wrestling fans can stop in Tulancingo, birthplace of the masked luchador El Santo, where this museum opened in 1985. Displays include original masks and ring outfits, movie promotional material and photos from his career and private life.
Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla
In the Sierra Norte de Puebla, the sanctuary of Nuestro Padre Jesús in Aquixtla draws thousands of pilgrims during the year who come to give thanks for favors received.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo?
About 4 h 5 min of driving without stops, over 220 miles.
How far is Tetela de Ocampo from Tequisquiapan by car?
About 220 miles (354 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 Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo?
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 Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo?
The U.S. State Department rates Querétaro Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tequisquiapan to Tetela de Ocampo use?
In order: MEX-120, MEX-57D, MEX-M40D, MEX-132, MEX-132D, MEX-119D and PUE 148. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tequisquiapan and Tetela de Ocampo?
Closest to the road: Atlantean figures (atlantean figures, mile 68, 1 mi from the route); Jorge R. Acosta Museum (museum, mile 68, 1 mi from the route); Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (sanctuary, mile 193, 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 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.