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Where is Apodaca, Mexico

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: February 08, 2026 12:41 PM ET

Apodaca is a city located in the northeastern part of Mexico, in the state of Nuevo León. It is part of the Monterrey Metropolitan Area, one of the most industrialized regions in Mexico. Apodaca is known for its industrial and commercial activities and is home to several manufacturing and logistics facilities due to its proximity to Monterrey, which is one of Mexico's major industrial and business centers. It's situated in the northern part of Nuevo León, and it's approximately 15 kilometers (about 9 miles) northeast of the city of Monterrey.

Facts about Apodaca, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Nuevo León
Region	Northeastern Mexico
Municipal Seat	Ciudad Apodaca
Named After	Bishop Salvador de Apodaca y Loreto
Established	1851
Municipality Status	1851
Coordinates	25.7816° N, 100.1887° W
Total Area	183 sq km
Land Area	183 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	656,464
Population Rank	One of the fastest-growing cities in Nuevo León
Major City	Apodaca
Main Industries	Manufacturing, Logistics, Aerospace, Automotive, Technology
Major Airport	Monterrey International Airport (MTY)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Industrial parks, Monterrey metro area, International airport
Website	https://www.apodaca.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Apodaca, Mexico

Plaza Principal de Apodaca - central town square and community gathering place
Parque Lineal Las Cruces - linear park ideal for walking, jogging, and family outings
Parque Fundadores - local park with green areas, playgrounds, and events
Iglesia San Francisco de Asís - historic church and religious landmark
Museo de Apodaca - small local museum highlighting city history and culture
Centro Zapata - shopping and dining area popular with locals
Parque Industrial Apodaca - major industrial zone important to the city’s economy
Plaza Sendero Apodaca - modern shopping mall with entertainment options
Parque Metropolitano La Concordia - nearby large park for recreation and outdoor activities
Estadio GUM - local sports and event venue

Distance from Apodaca to Other Mexican Cities

Apodaca to Monterrey - 20 km (12 miles)
Apodaca to Saltillo - 105 km (65 miles)
Apodaca to Nuevo Laredo - 215 km (134 miles)
Apodaca to Reynosa - 230 km (143 miles)
Apodaca to Matamoros - 315 km (196 miles)
Apodaca to Torreón - 560 km (348 miles)
Apodaca to San Luis Potosí - 515 km (320 miles)
Apodaca to Zacatecas - 625 km (388 miles)
Apodaca to Guadalajara - 780 km (485 miles)
Apodaca to Querétaro - 760 km (472 miles)
Apodaca to Mexico City - 910 km (565 miles)
Apodaca to Tampico - 500 km (311 miles)

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