The Wayro route from Zimapán to Omitlán is 88 miles (141 km), about 2 h 27 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 88 mi (141 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 27 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-85 → MEX-105 |
| Mexican states on the route | Hidalgo (Level 2) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
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 Zimapán to Omitlán is like
MEX-85 (67 mi) and MEX-105 (4 mi) carry about 81% of the 88 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-85, MEX-105. Of the 5 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Zimapán to Omitlán, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-85 | 4–71 | 67 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 71–79 | 8 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-105 | 79–83 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 83–88 | 5 | Hidalgo |
Stops between Zimapán and Omitlán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Church of San Miguel Arcángel (mile 30), Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 30), Museo de Mineralogía de la UAEH (mile 77), Teatro de la Ciudad San Francisco (mile 78)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 30), Centro Interactivo Mundo Futbol (mile 74), Museo de Mineralogía de la UAEH (mile 77)
Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Ixmiquilpan's 16th-century Church of San Miguel Arcángel is known for its murals with religious and secular scenes, and for a design that blends European and Indigenous traditions.
Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital
In Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo, the Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital works as both a museum and a cultural center.
Centro Interactivo Mundo Futbol
Centro Interactivo Mundo Fútbol is an interactive museum devoted to soccer, located in the city of Pachuca de Soto in the Mexican state of Hidalgo.
Museo de Mineralogía de la UAEH
Inside the central building of the state university in downtown Pachuca, the UAEH Mineralogy Museum displays minerals and rocks and is one of the longest-running museums of its kind in Mexico.
Teatro de la Ciudad San Francisco
The Teatro de la Ciudad San Francisco is a theater in the historic center of Pachuca de Soto, in the Mexican state of Hidalgo.
When you get to Omitlán
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.
Paste Museum
The Museo del Paste in Mineral del Monte, Hidalgo, is a food museum that shares and promotes the culinary and historical legacy of the paste.
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.
More drives to Omitlán
- Tulancingo to Omitlán
- Otumba to Omitlán
- Tepotzotlán to Omitlán
- Mexico City to Omitlán
- Jilotepec to Omitlán
- Toluca to Omitlán
From Zimapán to other places in Mexico
- Zimapán to El Oro
- Zimapán to Ihuatzio
- Zimapán to Cuanajo
- Zimapán to Tócuaro
- Zimapán to Pacanda
- Zimapán to Zirahuén
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Zimapán to Omitlán?
About 2 h 27 min of driving without stops, over 88 miles.
How far is Omitlán from Zimapán by car?
About 88 miles (141 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 Zimapán 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 Zimapán to Omitlán?
The U.S. State Department rates Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Zimapán to Omitlán use?
In order: MEX-85 and MEX-105. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Zimapán and Omitlán?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (museum, mile 30, 0.2 mi from the route); Church of San Miguel Arcángel (convent, mile 30, 0.3 mi from the route); Teatro de la Ciudad San Francisco (theatre building, mile 78, 0.1 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.