Getting to Huatulco National Park
Huatulco National Park sits in Oaxaca, Mexico, with Crucecita the nearest town of any size — about 8.9 km (5.5 mi) out, or roughly 15 min of driving.
Drive times from Huatulco National Park
Huatulco National Park sits close enough to Lagunas de Chacahua National Park, Benito Juárez National Park, Cañón del Sumidero National Park, and Cañón del Río Blanco National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lagunas de Chacahua National Park | 162 km (101 mi) | 2 hr 50 min |
| Benito Juárez National Park | 172 km (107 mi) | 2 hr 59 min |
| Cañón del Sumidero National Park | 354 km (220 mi) | 5 hr 39 min |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 361 km (224 mi) | 5 hr 45 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Crucecita | 8.9 km (5.5 mi) | 15 min |
| Santa María Huatulco | 18.9 km (11.7 mi) | 31 min |
| San Pedro Pochutla | 29.2 km (18.1 mi) | 43 min |
| Merced del Potrero | 39.3 km (24.4 mi) | 54 min |
| El Coyul | 46.8 km (29.1 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| San Miguel Suchixtepec | 51.4 km (31.9 mi) | 1 hr 7 min |
| San Agustín Loxicha | 56.2 km (34.9 mi) | 1 hr 12 min |
| Tapanalá | 57.5 km (35.7 mi) | 1 hr 14 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 Huatulco National Park?
Crucecita, about 8.9 km (5.5 mi) away — roughly 15 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Huatulco National Park?
The practical bases are Crucecita, Santa María Huatulco, and San Pedro Pochutla — all within a reasonable drive of the park.