Day trip from Zapopan to Uruapan
Uruapan lies 201 km (125 mi) south-east of Zapopan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 201 km (125 mi) apart, Uruapan is a realistic day trip from Zapopan: about 3 h 16 min each way by road.
| Zapopan | Uruapan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.5 million | 299,523 |
| Elevation | 1,565 m (5,135 ft) | 1,647 m (5,404 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 30812–63533 | 22795–35266 |
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Staying in Uruapan
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Common questions
How far is Uruapan from Zapopan?
201 km (125 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Zapopan; by road roughly 245 km (152 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zapopan to Uruapan by road?
About 3 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zapopan and Uruapan?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City 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 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.