Day trip from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas to Uruapan
Uruapan lies 162 km (101 mi) north of Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 162 km (101 mi) apart, Uruapan is a realistic day trip from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas: about 2 h 38 min each way by road.
| Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas | Uruapan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 196,003 | 299,523 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 1,647 m (5,404 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 60999 | 22795–35266 |
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Common questions
How far is Uruapan from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas?
162 km (101 mi) in a straight line, north of Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas; by road roughly 198 km (123 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas to Uruapan by road?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas and Uruapan?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.