Getting to Lagunas de Montebello National Park
Lagunas de Montebello National Park sits in Chiapas, Mexico, with San Antonio Buenavista the nearest town of any size — about 6.6 km (4.1 mi) out, or roughly 11 min of driving.
Drive times from Lagunas de Montebello National Park
Lagunas de Montebello National Park sits close enough to Palenque National Park and Cañón del Sumidero National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Palenque National Park | 156 km (97.2 mi) | 2 hr 45 min |
| Cañón del Sumidero National Park | 169 km (105 mi) | 2 hr 56 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Buenavista | 6.6 km (4.1 mi) | 11 min |
| Miguel Hidalgo | 8.5 km (5.3 mi) | 14 min |
| Lázaro Cárdenas | 14.3 km (8.9 mi) | 24 min |
| José María Morelos | 16.4 km (10.2 mi) | 27 min |
| El Edén | 20.6 km (12.8 mi) | 34 min |
| Las Delicias | 24 km (14.9 mi) | 38 min |
| Nuevo San Juan Chamula | 27.5 km (17.1 mi) | 41 min |
| Rodulfo Figueroa | 30.9 km (19.2 mi) | 45 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 Lagunas de Montebello National Park?
San Antonio Buenavista, about 6.6 km (4.1 mi) away — roughly 11 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Lagunas de Montebello National Park?
The practical bases are San Antonio Buenavista, Miguel Hidalgo, and Lázaro Cárdenas — all within a reasonable drive of the park.