Getting to El Tepozteco National Park
El Tepozteco National Park sits in Morelos / Ciudad de México, Mexico, with Jiutepec the nearest town of any size — about 15.5 km (9.7 mi) out, or roughly 26 min of driving.
Drive times from El Tepozteco National Park
El Tepozteco National Park sits close enough to Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park, and Lomas de Padierna National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 23.8 km (14.8 mi) | 37 min |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 28.9 km (17.9 mi) | 43 min |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 32.7 km (20.3 mi) | 47 min |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 36.6 km (22.7 mi) | 51 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Jiutepec | 15.5 km (9.7 mi) | 26 min |
| Cuernavaca | 16 km (9.9 mi) | 27 min |
| Cuautla | 25.9 km (16.1 mi) | 40 min |
| Tetela del Volcán | 40.9 km (25.4 mi) | 56 min |
| Jojutla | 43.7 km (27.2 mi) | 59 min |
| Barrio de San Miguel | 45.1 km (28 mi) | 1 hr |
| Puente de Ixtla | 48.6 km (30.2 mi) | 1 hr 4 min |
| Tepalcingo | 52.6 km (32.7 mi) | 1 hr 8 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to El Tepozteco National Park?
Jiutepec, about 15.5 km (9.7 mi) away — roughly 26 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting El Tepozteco National Park?
The practical bases are Jiutepec, Cuernavaca, and Cuautla — all within a reasonable drive of the park.