Driving from Uruapan to Zapopan
Zapopan lies 201 km (125 mi) north-west of Uruapan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 4 min without stops, over roughly 245 km (152 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Uruapan | Zapopan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 299,523 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,647 m (5,404 ft) | 1,565 m (5,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 22795–35266 | 30812–63533 |
Where to book car hire from Uruapan to Zapopan
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Staying in Zapopan
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16). Guests have left 2,556 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zapopan
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Common questions
How far is Zapopan from Uruapan?
201 km (125 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Uruapan; by road roughly 245 km (152 mi).
How long does it take to get from Uruapan to Zapopan by car?
About 3 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Uruapan and Zapopan?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zapopan?
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- 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.