Tuxtla to Teapa is about 130 road miles (209 km): roughly 3 h 20 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance | 130 mi (209 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 3 h 20 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-190 → MEX-195 |
| Mexican states on the route | Chiapas, Tabasco |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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.
How the Tuxtla to Teapa drive plays out
MEX-195 (95 mi) and MEX-190 (20 mi) carry about 88% of the 130 miles. It runs through 2 states: Chiapas, Tabasco. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tuxtla to Teapa, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Chiapas |
| MEX-190 | 1–21 | 20 | Chiapas |
| MEX-195 | 21–116 | 95 | Chiapas |
| local roads | 116–130 | 14 | Chiapas, Tabasco |
- Mile 126 of this route: Chiapas → Tabasco (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Teapa
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): La Pila fountain (mile 9), Chiapa de Corzo (mile 10)
- Nature and outdoors: Selva El Ocote (mile 25)
- Museums and history: La Pila fountain (mile 9), Chiapa de Corzo (mile 10)
La Pila fountain
Built of brick in a diamond shape in 1562, La Pila fountain in the square of Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, is an example of Mudéjar-Renaissance style.
Chiapa de Corzo
Near the town of Chiapa de Corzo in Chiapas lies a pre-Columbian archaeological site of the same name that grew into a regional center around 700–500 BCE, during the Middle Formative period.
Selva El Ocote
Selva El Ocote Biosphere Reserve covers about 101,288 hectares of Chiapas, protecting tall evergreen rain forest on karst terrain, a landscape also known for its extensive caverns.
More drives to Teapa
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From Tuxtla to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Tuxtla to Teapa?
About 3 h 20 min of driving without stops, over 130 miles.
What is the driving distance from Tuxtla to Teapa?
About 130 miles (209 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 Tuxtla to Teapa?
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 Tuxtla to Teapa?
The U.S. State Department rates Chiapas Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Tabasco Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tuxtla to Teapa use?
In order: MEX-190 and MEX-195. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Tuxtla to Teapa?
Closest to the road: La Pila fountain (monument, mile 9, 0.6 mi from the route); Chiapa de Corzo (archaeological site, mile 10, 0.6 mi from the route); Selva El Ocote (biosphere reserve, mile 25, 2 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.