Day trip from Tapachula to Tuxtla
Tuxtla lies 225 km (140 mi) north-west of Tapachula, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 225 km (140 mi) apart, Tuxtla is a realistic day trip from Tapachula: about 3 h 40 min each way by road.
| Tapachula | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 353,706 | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
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Common questions
How far is Tuxtla from Tapachula?
225 km (140 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tapachula; by road roughly 275 km (171 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tapachula to Tuxtla by road?
About 3 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tapachula and Tuxtla?
No, both are on America/Merida at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.