Plan on about 9 h 21 min of driving for the 520-mile (837 km) trip from Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega, before any stops.
| Distance by road | 520 mi (837 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 9 h 21 min |
| Main roads, in order | PUE 148 → MEX-119D → MEX-132D → MEX-132 → MEX-M40D → MEX-15D → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | Puebla, Hidalgo, State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-119D, MEX-132D, MEX-M40D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 20.8 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 8 |
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 Tetela de Ocampo–Teúl de González Ortega drive in a few lines
MEX-15D (238 mi) and MEX-M40D (93 mi) carry about 64% of the 520 miles. It runs through 6 states: Puebla, Hidalgo, State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-119D, MEX-132D and MEX-M40D. Of the 8 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Puebla |
| PUE 148 | 1–29 | 28 | Puebla |
| connecting roads | 29–34 | 5 | Puebla |
| MEX-119D | 34–52 | 18 | Puebla, Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 52–54 | 2 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132D | 54–78 | 24 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132 | 78–101 | 23 | Hidalgo |
| connecting roads | 101–102 | 1 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-M40D | 102–195 | 93 | Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 195–196 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-15D | 196–434 | 238 | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco |
| local roads | 434–452 | 18 | Jalisco |
| MEX-23 | 452–519 | 67 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 519–520 | 1 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 49 of this route: Puebla → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 121 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 134 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 165 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 214 of this route: State of Mexico → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 382 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 490 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Tetela de Ocampo and Teúl de González Ortega
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (mile 27)
- Museums and history: El Santo Museum (mile 73), Tula (mile 151), Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 196), Teatro Morelos de Maravatío (mile 234), Panteón de Belén (mile 447), Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan (mile 451), Museo de Arte de Zapopan (mile 451)
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.
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.
Tula
The Toltecs once ruled from Tula, now an archaeological zone. Its Coatepantli wall is carved with snakes devouring skeletons, and the famous Atlantes stand atop the main pyramid.
Cathedral of Atlacomulco
Atlacomulco's cathedral, the Catedral de la Divina Providencia, is the seat of the Diocese of Atlacomulco and is dedicated to Divine Providence, making it the town's principal Catholic church.
Teatro Morelos de Maravatío
French influence shapes the neoclassical lines of the Teatro Morelos, a late-19th-century theater in Maravatío by architect Rafael Guerrero Torres. It first opened in January 1879.
Panteón de Belén
A historic cemetery in Guadalajara, Panteón de Belén is known for its legends and offers night tours.
Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan
The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan is a 17th-century Franciscan sanctuary in downtown Zapopan. It keeps a wooden image of the Virgin that came from Spain to New Galicia in the 16th century.
Museo de Arte de Zapopan
Run by the city of Zapopan, the Museo de Arte de Zapopan is a contemporary art museum in the town's historic center, open since 2002.
When you get to Teúl de González Ortega
El Teúl
On a hill of the same name in southern Zacatecas, near Jalisco, El Teúl was a Mesoamerican settlement where people made copper and ceramic goods.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 9 h 21 min of driving without stops, over 520 miles.
How far is Teúl de González Ortega from Tetela de Ocampo by car?
About 520 miles (837 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 Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega?
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 Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega?
The U.S. State Department rates Puebla Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Michoacán Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tetela de Ocampo to Teúl de González Ortega use?
In order: PUE 148, MEX-119D, MEX-132D, MEX-132, MEX-M40D, MEX-15D and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Tetela de Ocampo and Teúl de González Ortega?
Closest to the road: Santuario de Nuestro Padre Jesús de Aquixtla (sanctuary, mile 27, 0.7 mi from the route); Tula (archaeological site, mile 151, 1 mi from the route); Teatro Morelos de Maravatío (opera house, mile 234, 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 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.