Xilitla to Omitlán is about 149 road miles (240 km): roughly 4 h 10 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Total distance | 149 mi (240 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 4 h 10 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-120 → MEX-85 → MEX-102 → MEX-105 |
| Mexican states on the route | San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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 Xilitla to Omitlán is like
MEX-105 (86 mi) and MEX-85 (21 mi) carry about 72% of the 149 miles. It runs through 2 states: San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo. Of the 4 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Xilitla to Omitlán
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-120 | 1–9 | 8 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-85 | 9–30 | 21 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-102 | 30–35 | 5 | San Luis Potosí |
| local roads | 35–59 | 24 | San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 59–138 | 79 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 138–142 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 142–149 | 7 | Hidalgo |
- Mile 38 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Hidalgo (state line)
Places worth a stop between Xilitla and Omitlán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta (mile 102), Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 122), Templo y exconvento de San Agustín (mile 139)
- Nature and outdoors: Barranca de Metztitlán (mile 122)
- Museums and history: Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta (mile 102)
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta is a regional museum in the town of Zacualtipán, in the Mexican state of Hidalgo.
Antiguo Convento Franciscano
Dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, the Antiguo Convento Franciscano in Zacatlán was founded by the Franciscans in 1562 and finished in 1567, and it still holds Catholic services.
Barranca de Metztitlán
Barranca de Metztitlán is a biosphere reserve in Hidalgo, protected for its steep cliffs, deep winding canyons and distinctive plants and wildlife.
Templo y exconvento de San Agustín
Founded in 1536 and built between 1542 and 1562, the Augustinian church and former convent of San Agustín in Atotonilco el Grande has a Plateresque design and frescoes.
Arriving in Omitlán
La Dificultad Mine Museum
At the La Dificultad mine in Mineral del Monte, a site museum and interpretation center tells the area's mining and hospital history, showing how the mines moved from steam power to electricity.
El Hiloche
Bosque El Hiloche is a state park of about 100 hectares of forest in Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, and one of the geosites of the Comarca Minera Geopark.
Acosta Mine Museum
In Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, the Museo de Sitio Mina de Acosta is devoted to the history of mining and is run by Pachuca's Archivo Histórico y Museo de Minería.
More drives to Omitlán
- Tulancingo to Omitlán
- Otumba to Omitlán
- Tepotzotlán to Omitlán
- Mexico City to Omitlán
- Jilotepec to Omitlán
- Zimapán to Omitlán
From Xilitla to other places in Mexico
- Xilitla to Pinal de Amoles
- Xilitla to Cuetzalan
- Xilitla to El Oro
- Xilitla to Ocuituco
- Xilitla to Jalpa de Cánovas
- Xilitla to Santa Fe de la Laguna
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Xilitla to Omitlán?
About 4 h 10 min of driving without stops, over 149 miles.
What is the driving distance from Xilitla to Omitlán?
About 149 miles (240 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 Xilitla to Omitlán?
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 Xilitla to Omitlán?
The U.S. State Department rates San Luis Potosí Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Xilitla to Omitlán use?
In order: MEX-120, MEX-85, MEX-102 and MEX-105. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Xilitla and Omitlán?
Closest to the road: Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta (museum, mile 102, 0.4 mi from the route); Barranca de Metztitlán (canyon, mile 122, 0.1 mi from the route); Templo y exconvento de San Agustín (convent, mile 139, 0.7 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.