Getting to La Malinche National Park
La Malinche National Park sits in Puebla / Tlaxcala, Mexico, with Huamantla the nearest town of any size — about 15.1 km (9.4 mi) out, or roughly 25 min of driving.
Drive times from La Malinche National Park
La Malinche National Park sits close enough to Xicoténcatl National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Sacromonte National Park, and Pico de Orizaba National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 22.2 km (13.8 mi) | 36 min |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 65.1 km (40.4 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Sacromonte National Park | 77.9 km (48.4 mi) | 1 hr 35 min |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 84.5 km (52.5 mi) | 1 hr 42 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Huamantla | 15.1 km (9.4 mi) | 25 min |
| Santa Ana Chiautempan | 17 km (10.6 mi) | 28 min |
| Apizaco | 22.2 km (13.8 mi) | 36 min |
| Tlaxcala | 22.3 km (13.9 mi) | 36 min |
| Grajales | 25.3 km (15.7 mi) | 39 min |
| Puebla | 27.2 km (16.9 mi) | 41 min |
| Acatzingo | 39.4 km (24.5 mi) | 54 min |
| Los Reyes de Juárez | 40.7 km (25.3 mi) | 56 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 La Malinche National Park?
Huamantla, about 15.1 km (9.4 mi) away — roughly 25 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting La Malinche National Park?
The practical bases are Huamantla, Santa Ana Chiautempan, and Apizaco — all within a reasonable drive of the park.