The Wayro route from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas is 106 miles (171 km), about 2 h 19 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 106 mi (171 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 19 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-45 → MEX-45D → MEX-54 → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | Aguascalientes (Level 2), Zacatecas (Level 4) |
| Toll roads | MEX-45D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
Driving this route in a car with U.S. plates
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Required: this route is outside the zones where U.S.-registered cars can skip the temporary import permit (Baja California, Baja California Sur and part of Sonora) |
|---|---|
| Mexican auto insurance | Required for all vehicles: buy a Mexican policy before you drive |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Mexico travel information (updated August 11, 2026); permits are issued by Banjercito.
What the drive from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas is like
MEX-45 (49 mi) and MEX-45D (21 mi) carry about 66% of the 106 miles. MEX-45D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-45, MEX-54, MEX-23 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 2 states: Aguascalientes, Zacatecas. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 2–11 | 9 | Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 11–15 | 4 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 15–43 | 28 | Aguascalientes, Zacatecas |
| MEX-45D | 43–64 | 21 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 64–76 | 12 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-54 | 76–90 | 14 | Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 90–91 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-23 | 91–106 | 15 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 39 of this route: Aguascalientes → Zacatecas (state line)
Stops between Aguascalientes and Jerez, Zacatecas
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Guadalupe regional museum (mile 68), Museo Toma de Zacatecas (mile 72)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Insurgencia (mile 21), Guadalupe regional museum (mile 68), Museo Toma de Zacatecas (mile 72)
Museo de la Insurgencia
Set in a 17th-century estate, the Museo de la Insurgencia opened in 1964 to tell the story of Mexico's independence movement. One hall shows farm, mining and textile tools from hacienda work; another displays everyday objects from past eras.
Guadalupe regional museum
In Guadalupe, Zacatecas, the Museo de Guadalupe fills a former college that sent missionaries to the north and holds an important collection of 17th- to 19th-century painting, including works by Cristóbal de Villalpando, Miguel Cabrera and Juan Correa.
Museo Toma de Zacatecas
On the Cerro de la Bufa, this museum explains the military and social story behind the Taking of Zacatecas during the Mexican Revolution, along with glimpses of daily life in the city at the time.
When you get to Jerez, Zacatecas
Jerez de García Salinas lies in a valley about 35 miles (57 km) from the city of Zacatecas, and in 2007 it became the state's first Pueblo Mágico. The town is the birthplace of poet Ramón López Velarde and is closely tied to tamborazo music, filigree jewelry and leatherwork.
- Teatro Hinojosa: Built between 1872 and 1890, the theater keeps its hand-carved wooden seating and balconies. source
- Casa Museo Ramón López Velarde: The poet's birthplace now displays his manuscripts and recordings of his work. source
- Santuario de la Soledad: This neoclassical sanctuary has twin towers and an unusual lobed arch at its entrance. source
More drives to Jerez, Zacatecas
- San Juan de los Lagos to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Tepatitlán to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Zamora to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Uruapan to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Pátzcuaro to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Morelia to Jerez, Zacatecas
From Aguascalientes to other places in Mexico
- Aguascalientes to Fresnillo
- Aguascalientes to Nombre de Dios
- Aguascalientes to El Rosario, Sinaloa
- Aguascalientes to Mazatlán
- Aguascalientes to San Ignacio, Sinaloa
- Aguascalientes to Cosalá
Coming to Jerez, Zacatecas from the United States? Border crossings, permits and routes from U.S. cities: Driving to Jerez, Zacatecas, Mexico from the U.S.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas?
About 2 h 19 min of driving without stops, over 106 miles.
How far is Jerez, Zacatecas from Aguascalientes by car?
About 106 miles (171 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Do I need a permit to drive my U.S. car from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas?
Yes. A temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) is required for a U.S.-registered car on this route, which is outside the zones where it can be skipped. Mexican auto insurance is required for every vehicle.
Is it safe to drive from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas?
The U.S. State Department rates Aguascalientes Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Aguascalientes to Jerez, Zacatecas use?
In order: MEX-45, MEX-45D, MEX-54 and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Aguascalientes and Jerez, Zacatecas?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Insurgencia (museum, mile 21, 3 mi from the route); Guadalupe regional museum (museum, mile 68, 0.7 mi from the route); Museo Toma de Zacatecas (museum, mile 72, 0.7 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway mile markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route (roughly 2 to 7 miles depending on the type, farther for World Heritage sites): at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, with no more than five of one type, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place and city descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.