Driving from Mexico City to Piedras Negras
Piedras Negras lies 1,041 km (647 mi) north of Mexico City, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 15 h 52 min without stops, over roughly 1,270 km (789 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Mexico City | Piedras Negras | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 12.3 million | 150,178 |
| Elevation | 2,240 m (7,349 ft) | 223 m (732 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-5 (America/Matamoros) |
Clocks in Piedras Negras are 1 h ahead of Mexico City right now, so a 15 h 52 min journey lands 16 h 52 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Piedras Negras from Mexico City?
1,041 km (647 mi) in a straight line, north of Mexico City; by road roughly 1,270 km (789 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mexico City to Piedras Negras by car?
About 15 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mexico City and Piedras Negras?
Piedras Negras is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Matamoros against America/Mexico_City).
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.