The Wayro route from Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo is 158 miles (254 km), about 3 h 6 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 158 mi (254 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 6 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-130 → MEX-132 → MEX-132D → MEX-85D → EM 10 → MEX-134D → MEX-A6D → MEX-A7D |
| Mexican states on the route | Hidalgo (Level 2), State of Mexico (Level 2), Mexico City (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-132D, MEX-85D, MEX-134D, MEX-A6D, MEX-A7D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.3 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.
What the drive from Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo is like
MEX-132 (41 mi) and MEX-134D (21 mi) carry about 39% of the 158 miles. MEX-132D, MEX-85D, MEX-134D, MEX-A6D, MEX-A7D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-130, MEX-132 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: Hidalgo, State of Mexico, Mexico City. None of the 8 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
The route from Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-130 | 2–6 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132 | 6–47 | 41 | Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| MEX-132D | 47–58 | 11 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-85D | 58–66 | 8 | State of Mexico |
| EM 10 | 66–70 | 4 | Mexico City |
| connecting roads | 70–71 | 1 | Mexico City |
| local roads | 71–83 | 12 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-134D | 83–104 | 21 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-A6D | 104–120 | 16 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-A7D | 120–139 | 19 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 139–158 | 19 | State of Mexico |
- Mile 29 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 66 of this route: State of Mexico → Mexico City (state line)
- Mile 71 of this route: Mexico City → State of Mexico (state line)
Stops between Tulancingo and Valle de Bravo
- Nature and outdoors: Viveros de Coyoacán (mile 79), Desierto de los Leones National Park (mile 85), Bosencheve National Park (mile 139)
- Museums and history: Catedral de Teotihuacán (mile 46), Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (mile 66), Planetario Luis Enrique Erro (mile 69)
- With kids: Planetario Luis Enrique Erro (mile 69)
Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque
Built by Franciscan friar Francisco de Tembleque between 1554 and 1572, this 16th-century water system runs more than 48 km between Zempoala and Otumba. Its tallest arcade at Tepeyahualco reaches almost 40 meters, and UNESCO listed it in 2015.
Pyramid of the Moon
In the western part of ancient Teotihuacan, in present-day San Martín de las Pirámides, the Pyramid of the Moon mimics the contours of Cerro Gordo, the mountain just north of the site.
Catedral de Teotihuacán
In Teotihuacán de Arista, the town at the heart of the municipality, the Cathedral Sanctuary of the Divine Redeemer serves as the seat of the Diocese of Teotihuacán.
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.
Planetario Luis Enrique Erro
Run by the National Polytechnic Institute, the Planetario Luis Enrique Erro in Mexico City is a planetarium open to the public and one of the longest-running in Latin America.
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.
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.
Bosencheve National Park
Straddling Michoacán and the State of Mexico, Bosencheve National Park was established in 1940 and protects roughly 146 square kilometers of land.
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From Tulancingo to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo?
About 3 h 6 min of driving without stops, over 158 miles.
How far is Valle de Bravo from Tulancingo by car?
About 158 miles (254 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 Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo?
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 Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo?
The U.S. State Department rates Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Mexico City Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tulancingo to Valle de Bravo use?
In order: MEX-130, MEX-132, MEX-132D, MEX-85D, EM 10, MEX-134D, MEX-A6D and MEX-A7D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tulancingo and Valle de Bravo?
Closest to the road: Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque (aqueduct, mile 28, 2 mi from the route); Catedral de Teotihuacán (catholic cathedral, mile 46, 2 mi from the route); Planetario Luis Enrique Erro (science museum, mile 69, 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.