Road closures TODAY June 22: Highways closed in Mexico, road closures and alternate routes according to CAPUFE

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This Monday, June 22, 2026, CAPUFE reported at least four active incidents on highways across the country. There have also been reopenings on the Mexico–Cuernavaca and Plan de Ayala–El Porvenir highways, so here is a summary of which roads to avoid, the type of closures in effect, and the recommendations issued by authorities.

Three incidents stand out: a bus with a mechanical failure on the Córdoba–Veracruz highway, a small fire on the Acatzingo–Ciudad Mendoza highway, and a pedestrian fatality on the Cuernavaca Bypass. The Mexico–Cuernavaca highway is now clear, although rain continues in the area.

Travelers should also be aware that the Zacatecas–Durango highway has a partial closure due to an accident, according to the National Guard. In addition, heavy traffic has been reported at the Amozoc Toll Plaza in Puebla.

Which Highways Have Partial Closures Today, June 22?

The following highways have lane reductions or partial closures. If you plan to travel on them, expect delays:

  • Córdoba–Veracruz Highway, kilometer 79, toward Córdoba: lane reduction due to a bus with a mechanical failure. Personnel are responding to the incident.
  • Acatzingo–Ciudad Mendoza Highway, kilometer 235, toward Acatzingo: lane reduction due to a small fire. Drivers are advised to proceed with caution.
  • Cuernavaca Bypass, kilometer 94, toward Mexico City: reduction of side lanes due to a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. The main roadway remains open, but the side lanes are affected.
  • Zacatecas–Durango Highway, kilometer 010+000, toward the Víctor Rosales Bypass: partial closure due to a traffic accident in San Antonio del Ciprés, Zacatecas. Follow National Guard instructions.

Which Highways Are Already Clear and Operating Normally?

The following highways have returned to normal operations:

  • Mexico–Cuernavaca Highway, kilometers 66 and 75, toward Mexico City: previous accidents have been cleared. However, rain is present in the area, so drive carefully and reduce speed.
  • Plan de Ayala–El Porvenir Highway, kilometer 44, toward Saltillo: the accident has been resolved and traffic is flowing normally.

Traffic Conditions Today: Where Are Delays Being Reported?

  • Puebla–Acatzingo Highway, Amozoc Toll Plaza: heavy traffic is reported toward Acatzingo. There are no accidents; delays are caused solely by the high volume of vehicles.

Recommendations for Drivers Today

  • If traveling on the Córdoba–Veracruz or Acatzingo–Ciudad Mendoza highways, expect delays due to lane reductions.
  • On the Cuernavaca Bypass, avoid the side lanes if possible.
  • On the Mexico–Cuernavaca highway, drive cautiously because of rain.
  • In Zacatecas, the highway toward Durango has a partial closure.
  • In Puebla, expect slow-moving traffic at the Amozoc Toll Plaza.

Source: ejecentral