Track Specs at a Glance
| Location | Progreso (near Mérida), Yucatán |
|---|---|
| Track Length | 3.34 km (2.075 mi), 18 turns |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| GPS Coordinates | 21.18, -89.65 |
Track Map
Quick Summary
- Location: Km 24 of the Mérida–Progreso highway (Hwy 261), Progreso municipality, Yucatán, about 45 minutes from Mérida airport (MID)
- Layout: 3.34 km (2.075 mi) road course with 18 corners and a 750 m main straight
- Opened: January 2017, inaugurated by two-time F1 champion Emerson Fittipaldi, whose name it carries
- Series raced here: F4 NACAM, GT Mexico, truck racing, national superbike racing, and the NASCAR Mexico Series from 2026
- Next big event: NASCAR Mexico Series Gran Premio Yucatán 200, Oct 17–18, 2026
- GPS: Approximate coordinates for the Km 24 site on Hwy 261
Autódromo Yucatán, often called Autódromo Emerson Fittipaldi, is the Yucatán Peninsula’s purpose-built road course. It sits on the flat, fast coastal plain between Mérida, the state capital, and the port town of Progreso. In October 2026 it hosts the NASCAR Mexico Series for the first time, with a Chase doubleheader that could decide the title fight.
Track Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Length | 3.34 km (2.075 mi) |
| Corners | 18 |
| Longest straight | 750 m |
| Opened | 2017 |
| Nearest airport | Mérida International (MID), about 45 minutes by car |
| Nearest towns | Progreso (beach and malecón) and Mérida (colonial capital) |
Visiting for the Race
Mérida is one of Mexico’s most rewarding cities to visit, with a colonial center, Maya ruins within day-trip range and a famous food scene. It makes a good base, and Progreso’s beachfront malecón is a short drive beyond the track. Before the October doubleheader, the NASCAR cars go on display on Progreso’s Malecón Tradicional on Friday evening, Oct 16.
FAQ
Where is Autódromo Yucatán?
At Km 24 of the Mérida–Progreso highway, in Progreso municipality, Yucatán, about 45 minutes from Mérida International Airport.
How long is Autódromo Yucatán?
3.34 km (2.075 miles), with 18 corners.
When does NASCAR race at Autódromo Yucatán?
The NASCAR Mexico Series holds a Chase doubleheader there on Oct 17–18, 2026.
Sources: RacingCircuits.info – Autódromo Yucatán · Wikipedia (es) – Autódromo Yucatán · Gran Premio Yucatán · Yucatán al Instante. Facts verified September 2026.
Upcoming Races at Autódromo Yucatán (Emerson Fittipaldi)
| Dates | Event | Series | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16–18, 2026 | NASCAR Mexico Series Gran Premio Yucatán 200 (2026) | NASCAR Mexico | Official tickets |