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Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas → Manzanillo

Driving from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas to Manzanillo

Manzanillo lies 260 km (161 mi) north-west of Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 3 h 58 min without stops, over roughly 317 km (197 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

Ciudad Lázaro CárdenasManzanillo

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Ciudad Lázaro CárdenasManzanillo
CountryMexicoMexico
Population196,003159,853
Elevation3 m (10 ft)12 m (39 ft)
Time nowUTC-6 (America/Mexico_City)UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City)
Postal codes6099928236–95593

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Common questions

How far is Manzanillo from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas?

260 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas; by road roughly 317 km (197 mi).

How long does it take to get from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas to Manzanillo by car?

About 3 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas and Manzanillo?

No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.