Getting to Xicoténcatl National Park
Xicoténcatl National Park sits in Tlaxcala, Mexico, with Tlaxcala the nearest town of any size — about 0.9 km (0.5 mi) out, or roughly 1 min of driving.
Drive times from Xicoténcatl National Park
Xicoténcatl National Park sits close enough to La Malinche National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Sacromonte National Park, and Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| La Malinche National Park | 22.2 km (13.8 mi) | 36 min |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 45.2 km (28.1 mi) | 1 hr |
| Sacromonte National Park | 59.8 km (37.1 mi) | 1 hr 16 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 66.8 km (41.5 mi) | 1 hr 23 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tlaxcala | 0.9 km (0.5 mi) | 1 min |
| Santa Ana Chiautempan | 5.5 km (3.4 mi) | 9 min |
| Apizaco | 15.3 km (9.5 mi) | 26 min |
| Huamantla | 33 km (20.5 mi) | 47 min |
| Ciudad de Nanacamilpa | 37.2 km (23.1 mi) | 52 min |
| Calpulalpan | 46.4 km (28.8 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| Villa de El Carmen Tequexquitla | 61.6 km (38.3 mi) | 1 hr 18 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 Xicoténcatl National Park?
Tlaxcala, about 0.9 km (0.5 mi) away — roughly 1 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Xicoténcatl National Park?
The practical bases are Tlaxcala, Santa Ana Chiautempan, and Apizaco — all within a reasonable drive of the park.