The Wayro route from Xico to Naolinco is 32 miles (51 km), about 59 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 59 min |
| Main roads, in order | VER 7 → MEX-140 → VER 65 |
| Mexican states on the route | Veracruz (Level 2) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 1.3 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.
What the drive from Xico to Naolinco is like
VER 65 (13 mi) and MEX-140 (6 mi) carry about 59% of the 32 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-140. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Xico to Naolinco, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–6 | 6 | Veracruz |
| VER 7 | 6–10 | 4 | Veracruz |
| connecting roads | 10–13 | 3 | Veracruz |
| MEX-140 | 13–19 | 6 | Veracruz |
| VER 65 | 19–32 | 13 | Veracruz |
Stops between Xico and Naolinco
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo Casa Xalapa (mile 11), Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (mile 15)
- Museums and history: Museo Casa Xalapa (mile 11), Kaná, Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología (mile 12), Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (mile 15)
Museo Casa Xalapa
Also called the Museo de la Ciudad, or MUXA, Museo Casa Xalapa traces the history of the Veracruz capital and state from pre-Hispanic times to today. It opened in 2007 and was renovated in 2016.
Kaná, Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología
Kaná, Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología is a modern interactive science and technology museum in Xalapa, the capital of Veracruz, formerly known as the Museo Interactivo de Xalapa.
Xalapa Museum of Anthropology
Run by the Universidad Veracruzana in a building designed by Edward Durell Stone, the Xalapa Museum of Anthropology displays more than 1,500 pieces from Olmec, central Veracruz and Huastec cultures, including several Olmec colossal heads, amid subtropical gardens.
More drives to Naolinco
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- Zacatelco to Naolinco
- Huejotzingo to Naolinco
- Atlixco to Naolinco
- Cuautla to Naolinco
- Tepotzotlán to Naolinco
From Xico to other places in Mexico
- Xico to Huejotzingo
- Xico to Tecolutla
- Xico to Calpulalpan
- Xico to San Miguel, Morelos
- Xico to Otumba
- Xico to Oaxtepec
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Xico to Naolinco?
About 59 min of driving without stops, over 32 miles.
How far is Naolinco from Xico by car?
About 32 miles (51 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 Xico to Naolinco?
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 Xico to Naolinco?
The U.S. State Department rates Veracruz Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Xico to Naolinco use?
In order: VER 7, MEX-140 and VER 65. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Xico and Naolinco?
Closest to the road: Museo Casa Xalapa (museum, mile 11, 0.9 mi from the route); Kaná, Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología (museum, mile 12, 1 mi from the route); Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (archaeological museum, mile 15, 0.9 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.