The Wayro route from Valladolid to Sisal is 135 miles (217 km), about 2 h 54 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 135 mi (217 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 2 h 54 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-295 → MEX-180D → MEX-180 → MEX-281 |
| Mexican states on the route | Yucatán |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-180D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.4 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.
On the road from Valladolid to Sisal
MEX-180D (55 mi) and MEX-180 (40 mi) carry about 70% of the 135 miles. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-180D. Of the 6 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Valladolid and Sisal
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-295 | 0–4 | 4 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180D | 4–59 | 55 | Yucatán |
| MEX-180 | 59–99 | 40 | Yucatán |
| connecting roads | 99–104 | 5 | Yucatán |
| MEX-281 | 104–135 | 31 | Yucatán |
Breaking up the drive: stops between Valladolid and Sisal
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Xiol (mile 92), Teatro Peón Contreras (mile 101), Palacio de la Música Mexicana (mile 101)
- Museums and history: Cuca (mile 86), Xiol (mile 92), Teatro Peón Contreras (mile 101), Palacio de la Música Mexicana (mile 101)
Ik Kil
Outside Pisté near Chichen Itza, Ik Kil is a cenote within the Ik Kil Archeological Park in Yucatán's Tinúm Municipality.
Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988, is a former Maya city between Mérida and Valladolid where you can walk past El Castillo (Temple of Kukulkan), the Temple of the Warriors, the Great Ball Court and the round El Caracol observatory.
Cuca
Near the town of Tixpéhual in Yucatán, Cuca is a pre-Columbian Maya site of about 10 hectares, where dozens of structures and their remains lie scattered inside a low wall.
Xiol
Xiol is a Maya archaeological site in Kanasín, about 10 kilometers from Mérida, found by accident in 2018 during construction of an industrial complex. Its Maya name means "the spirit of man."
Teatro Peón Contreras
Designed by European architects and built in Mérida in the early 20th century, Teatro Peón Contreras is an opera house that hosted Yucatán's First Feminist Congress in 1916.
Palacio de la Música Mexicana
Devoted to Mexican and indigenous music, the Palacio de la Música Mexicana in Mérida's historic center houses the National Center for Mexican Music, a concert hall and a virtual museum.
More drives to Sisal
From Valladolid to other places in Mexico
- Valladolid to Progreso
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Valladolid to Sisal?
About 2 h 54 min of driving without stops, over 135 miles.
What is the driving distance from Valladolid to Sisal?
About 135 miles (217 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 Valladolid to Sisal?
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 Valladolid to Sisal?
The U.S. State Department rates Yucatán Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Valladolid to Sisal?
In order: MEX-295, MEX-180D, MEX-180 and MEX-281. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Valladolid and Sisal?
Closest to the road: Xiol (archaeological site, mile 92, 0.8 mi from the route); Palacio de la Música Mexicana (museum, mile 101, 0.4 mi from the route); Teatro Peón Contreras (opera house, mile 101, 0.5 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.