Getting to Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park
Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park sits in Estado de México / Morelos / Puebla, Mexico, with San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida the nearest town of any size — about 24.2 km (15 mi) out, or roughly 38 min of driving.
Drive times from Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park
Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park sits close enough to Sacromonte National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Sacromonte National Park | 16.8 km (10.5 mi) | 28 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 36 km (22.4 mi) | 50 min |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 45.2 km (28.1 mi) | 1 hr |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 46.5 km (28.9 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida | 24.2 km (15 mi) | 38 min |
| Tetela del Volcán | 38.8 km (24.1 mi) | 53 min |
| Barrio de San Miguel | 39.1 km (24.3 mi) | 54 min |
| San Antonio Alpanocan | 40.2 km (25 mi) | 55 min |
| Puebla | 52.3 km (32.5 mi) | 1 hr 8 min |
| Acteopan | 52.8 km (32.8 mi) | 1 hr 8 min |
| Cuautla | 56.2 km (34.9 mi) | 1 hr 12 min |
| Jiutepec | 66.9 km (41.6 mi) | 1 hr 24 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 Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park?
San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida, about 24.2 km (15 mi) away — roughly 38 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park?
The practical bases are San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida, Tetela del Volcán, and Barrio de San Miguel — all within a reasonable drive of the park.