The Wayro route from Tlacotalpan to Chipilo is 224 miles (361 km), about 3 h 55 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 224 mi (361 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 55 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-175 → MEX-145D → MEX-150D |
| Mexican states on the route | Veracruz (Level 2), Puebla (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-145D, MEX-150D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 9.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
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 Tlacotalpan to Chipilo is like
MEX-150D (131 mi) and MEX-145D (52 mi) carry about 82% of the 224 miles. MEX-145D, MEX-150D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-175 is a free federal road (libre). It runs through 2 states: Veracruz, Puebla. Of the 6 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tlacotalpan to Chipilo, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-175 | 0–31 | 31 | Veracruz |
| MEX-145D | 31–83 | 52 | Veracruz |
| MEX-150D | 83–214 | 131 | Veracruz, Puebla |
| connecting roads | 214–219 | 5 | Puebla |
| local roads | 219–224 | 5 | Puebla |
- Mile 152 of this route: Veracruz → Puebla (state line)
Stops between Tlacotalpan and Chipilo
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 139)
- Nature and outdoors: Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (mile 139), La Malinche National Park (mile 213)
- Museums and history: Huatusco (mile 90), Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz (mile 116), Veracruz State Art Museum (mile 128)
Huatusco
Above the Atoyac River in Carrillo Puerto, the ruins of Huatusco (Cuauhtochco) include a Mexica-era temple that still keeps original surface finishes. There are no visitor facilities; reaching it means crossing a suspension bridge and climbing a steep trail, ideally with a local guide.
Cathedral of Córdoba, Veracruz
Built in the first half of the 17th century, Córdoba's Immaculate Conception Cathedral is the city's main church; look up to see its octagonal dome covered in tiles, finished in a neoclassical style.
Veracruz State Art Museum
Housed in Orizaba's 18th-century former Oratorio of San Felipe Neri, later a hospital and then a jail, the Veracruz State Art Museum (Museo de Arte del Estado) holds more than 700 works, including 36 by Diego Rivera.
Teatro Llave
In central Orizaba, the Gran Teatro Ignacio de la Llave hosts artistic and cultural performances, and its exhibition room shows temporary collections, mostly by artists from the surrounding valley.
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park is a protected natural area in the Mexican state of Veracruz, set aside by the government as a national park.
La Malinche National Park
Tlaxcala's La Malinche National Park surrounds the inactive Matlalcuéyetl volcano, with pine, oak and fir forests on its slopes, hiking trails, birdwatching, and stone cabins and campsites at the Malintzi Vacation Center.
When you get to Chipilo
Fort Guadalupe
Fort Guadalupe is a fort you'll find in the city of Puebla, within the Mexican state of the same name.
Convent Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Puebla
An early 17th-century example of Puebla Baroque, the Church of the Virgin of Carmen has two richly decorated chapels and a neoclassical altarpiece holding an image of the Virgin by sculptor José Antonio Villegas Cora.
Convent Church of San Francisco, Puebla
The Convent Church of San Francisco is a historic church that you'll find in the city of Puebla, in the Mexican state of Puebla.
More drives to Chipilo
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- Actopan to Chipilo
From Tlacotalpan to other places in Mexico
- Tlacotalpan to Oaxtepec
- Tlacotalpan to Huasca de Ocampo
- Tlacotalpan to Metztitlán
- Tlacotalpan to Tonatico
- Tlacotalpan to Ixcateopan
- Tlacotalpan to El Oro
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tlacotalpan to Chipilo?
About 3 h 55 min of driving without stops, over 224 miles.
How far is Chipilo from Tlacotalpan by car?
About 224 miles (361 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 Tlacotalpan to Chipilo?
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 Tlacotalpan to Chipilo?
The U.S. State Department rates Veracruz 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 Tlacotalpan to Chipilo use?
In order: MEX-175, MEX-145D and MEX-150D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tlacotalpan and Chipilo?
Closest to the road: Veracruz State Art Museum (art museum, mile 128, 1 mi from the route); Teatro Llave (theatre building, mile 130, 1 mi from the route); Cañón del Río Blanco National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 139, 0.4 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.