By road, Amatitán and Mismaloya are about 175 miles (282 km) apart, or roughly 3 h 3 min of driving.
| Distance | 175 mi (282 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 3 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-15 → MEX-15D → MEX-70D → MEX-200D → MEX-200 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-15D, MEX-70D, MEX-200D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
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.
On the road from Amatitán to Mismaloya
MEX-200D (54 mi) and MEX-15D (47 mi) carry about 58% of the 175 miles. It runs through 2 states: Jalisco, Nayarit. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-15D, MEX-70D and MEX-200D. Of the 7 stops listed below, 5 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Amatitán to Mismaloya, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-15 | 0–7 | 7 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 7–8 | 1 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 8–55 | 47 | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| local roads | 55–89 | 34 | Nayarit |
| MEX-70D | 89–107 | 18 | Nayarit |
| MEX-200D | 107–161 | 54 | Nayarit, Jalisco |
| MEX-200 | 161–175 | 14 | Jalisco |
- Mile 39 of this route: Jalisco → Nayarit (state line)
- Mile 152 of this route: Nayarit → Jalisco (state line)
What to see on the way from Amatitán to Mismaloya
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): National Museum of Tequila (mile 7), Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 19), Ixtlán del Rio (mile 49), Las Glorias Beach (mile 166), Rosita Beach (mile 167)
- Nature and outdoors: Rincón de Guayabitos (mile 118), Costalegre (mile 163), Las Glorias Beach (mile 166), Rosita Beach (mile 167)
- Museums and history: National Museum of Tequila (mile 7), Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 19), Ixtlán del Rio (mile 49)
National Museum of Tequila
Jalisco's state government took back the National Museum of Tequila in 2026, announcing a reopening with refreshed displays. The museum, known as MUNAT, tells the story of the spirit in the town that shares its name.
Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería
The Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería, an interpretive museum of agave landscape and mining, is located in the municipality of Magdalena, Mexico.
Ixtlán del Rio
A temple built on a completely round floor plan, unusual anywhere in Mesoamerica, is the highlight at the Ixtlán del Río archaeological site, which locals call Los Toriles. An introductory gallery explains the finds.
Rincón de Guayabitos
Visitors from Guadalajara and Tepic often head to this Nayarit beach town in the municipality of Compostela. Its shore runs about two kilometers, and the waves tend to be calm.
Costalegre
Costalegre is a string of beaches, capes and bays of many sizes along Jalisco's Pacific coast, between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo.
Las Glorias Beach
Las Glorias Beach in Puerto Vallarta runs about 3,080 feet between Los Tules Beach and Tranquila Beach.
Rosita Beach
Next to the Malecón in Puerto Vallarta's Centro, Rosita Beach shares its name with one of the city's long-standing hotels.
Arriving in Mismaloya
Vallarta Botanical Garden
At about 1,300 feet above sea level near Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Botanical Garden covers 79 acres, 73 of them set aside as a reserve, and has been open to the public since 2005.
More drives to Mismaloya
- San Blas to Mismaloya
- Tepic to Mismaloya
- Tequila to Mismaloya
- Guadalajara to Mismaloya
- Ajijic to Mismaloya
- San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya
From Amatitán to other places in Mexico
- Amatitán to Temacapulín
- Amatitán to Pabellón de Hidalgo
- Amatitán to San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes
- Amatitán to Real de Asientos
- Amatitán to Pinos
- Amatitán to San Ignacio, Sinaloa
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Amatitán to Mismaloya?
About 3 h 3 min of driving without stops, over 175 miles.
How far is Mismaloya from Amatitán by car?
About 175 miles (282 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 Amatitán to Mismaloya?
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 Amatitán to Mismaloya?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Nayarit Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Amatitán to Mismaloya?
In order: MEX-15, MEX-15D, MEX-70D, MEX-200D and MEX-200. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Amatitán and Mismaloya?
Closest to the road: Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (museum, mile 19, 0.5 mi from the route); Las Glorias Beach (beach, mile 166, 0.2 mi from the route); Rosita Beach (beach, mile 167, 0.2 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 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: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place 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.