Driving from Mérida to Villahermosa
Villahermosa lies 480 km (298 mi) south-west of Mérida, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 19 min without stops, over roughly 586 km (364 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Mérida | Villahermosa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.2 million | 353,577 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Postal codes | 21920–97203 | 21905–97787 |
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Common questions
How far is Villahermosa from Mérida?
480 km (298 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mérida; by road roughly 586 km (364 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mérida to Villahermosa by car?
About 7 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mérida and Villahermosa?
No, both are on America/Merida at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.