The Wayro route from Atlatlahucan to Sayulita is 557 miles (897 km), about 9 h 24 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 557 mi (897 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 9 h 24 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-115 → MEX-115D → MEX-57D → MEX-M40D → MEX-15D → MEX-15 → MEX-70D → MEX-200D → MEX-200 |
| Mexican states on the route | Morelos, State of Mexico, Hidalgo, Michoacán, Jalisco, Nayarit |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-115D, MEX-57D, MEX-M40D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 22.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
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.
The Atlatlahucan–Sayulita drive in a few lines
MEX-15D (321 mi) and MEX-M40D (33 mi) carry about 64% of the 557 miles. It runs through 6 states: Morelos, State of Mexico, Hidalgo, Michoacán, Jalisco, Nayarit. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-115D, MEX-57D and MEX-M40D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Atlatlahucan and Sayulita
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Morelos |
| MEX-115 | 1–4 | 3 | Morelos |
| MEX-115D | 4–19 | 15 | Morelos, State of Mexico |
| MEX-115 | 19–34 | 15 | State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 34–35 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| local roads | 35–89 | 54 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-57D | 89–111 | 22 | State of Mexico, Hidalgo |
| MEX-M40D | 111–144 | 33 | Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 144–145 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-15D | 145–401 | 256 | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 401–410 | 9 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 410–475 | 65 | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| local roads | 475–510 | 35 | Nayarit |
| MEX-70D | 510–528 | 18 | Nayarit |
| MEX-200D | 528–543 | 15 | Nayarit |
| MEX-200 | 543–556 | 13 | Nayarit |
| local roads | 556–557 | 1 | Nayarit |
- Mile 12 of this route: Morelos → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 93 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 114 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 163 of this route: State of Mexico → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 331 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 459 of this route: Jalisco → Nayarit (state line)
Places worth a stop between Atlatlahucan and Sayulita
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Ecatepec (mile 68), Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 439)
- Nature and outdoors: Cerro de la Estrella National Park (mile 55), El Tepeyac National Park (mile 60), Rayón National Park (mile 166), Rincón de Guayabitos (mile 538)
- Museums and history: Cathedral of Nezahualcóyotl (mile 55), Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Ecatepec (mile 68), Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 439)
Cerro de la Estrella National Park
Rising in eastern Mexico City's Iztapalapa borough, Cerro de la Estrella is where the Mexica lit the New Fire every 52 years; trails lead up to a pyramid-shaped site museum near the summit and to caves with traces of pre-Hispanic use.
Cathedral of Nezahualcóyotl
Consecrated on November 20, 2000, the Cathedral of Nezahualcóyotl, dedicated to Jesús, Señor de la Misericordia, is the seat of the Diocese of Nezahualcóyotl.
Historic center of Mexico City
Built by the Spanish in the 16th century on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, Mexico City's Centro Histórico holds the Metropolitan Cathedral, the excavated Aztec Templo Mayor and the Palacio de Bellas Artes. UNESCO added it to the World Heritage List in 1987.
El Tepeyac National Park
Decreed in 1937 on reforested slopes of the Sierra de Guadalupe, including Cerro del Tepeyac, this national park was created for rest and recreation, with views toward Mexico City and the old Lake Texcoco plain.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Ecatepec
The Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, also called Ecatepec Cathedral, is the main Catholic church and seat of the Diocese of Ecatepec in Mexico, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Rayón National Park
Just outside Tlalpujahua, Rayón National Park (Parque Nacional Rayón) marks the start of the area's famous butterfly reserve country, which stretches south and west from here.
Convento de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro
Better known as El Perpetuo Socorro, this Guadalajara church is home to a Passionist convent that has housed the order's postulants since 2020.
Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería
In the municipality of Magdalena, Mexico, an interpretive museum focuses on two subjects: the agave landscape and mining.
Rincón de Guayabitos
Rincón de Guayabitos is a beach town in Compostela, Nayarit, with about two kilometers of shore known for gentle waves, a popular getaway from Tepic and Guadalajara.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Atlatlahucan to Sayulita?
About 9 h 24 min of driving without stops, over 557 miles.
How far is Sayulita from Atlatlahucan by car?
About 557 miles (897 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 Atlatlahucan to Sayulita?
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 Atlatlahucan to Sayulita?
The U.S. State Department rates Morelos Level 3: Reconsider Travel; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Michoacán Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Nayarit Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Atlatlahucan to Sayulita use?
In order: MEX-115, MEX-115D, MEX-57D, MEX-M40D, MEX-15D, MEX-15, MEX-70D, MEX-200D and MEX-200. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Atlatlahucan to Sayulita?
Closest to the road: Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Ecatepec (cathedral, mile 68, 0.7 mi from the route); Convento de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro (convent, mile 395, 1 mi from the route); Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (museum, mile 439, 0.5 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.