Getting to Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park
Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park sits in Colima / Jalisco, Mexico, with Cofradía the nearest town of any size — about 11.3 km (7 mi) out, or roughly 19 min of driving.
Drive times from Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park
Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park sits close enough to Lago de Camécuaro National Park, Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park, Insurgente José María Morelos National Park, and Rayón National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 153 km (95.4 mi) | 2 hr 42 min |
| Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park | 159 km (99 mi) | 2 hr 48 min |
| Insurgente José María Morelos National Park | 211 km (131 mi) | 3 hr 34 min |
| Rayón National Park | 227 km (141 mi) | 3 hr 47 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cofradía | 11.3 km (7 mi) | 19 min |
| Copala | 19.4 km (12 mi) | 32 min |
| Zapotitlán de Vadillo | 20.7 km (12.9 mi) | 34 min |
| Ciudad Guzmán | 26.7 km (16.6 mi) | 40 min |
| Ciudad de Villa de Álvarez | 30.1 km (18.7 mi) | 44 min |
| Colima | 31.4 km (19.5 mi) | 46 min |
| Tecalitlán | 32.8 km (20.4 mi) | 47 min |
| Pihuamo | 38.2 km (23.7 mi) | 53 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 Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park?
Cofradía, about 11.3 km (7 mi) away — roughly 19 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park?
The practical bases are Cofradía, Copala, and Zapotitlán de Vadillo — all within a reasonable drive of the park.