The Wayro route from Celaya to Real de Asientos is 186 miles (300 km), about 3 h 35 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 186 mi (300 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 35 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-45D → MEX-45 → MEX-71 → AGS 9 → MEX-39 |
| Mexican states on the route | Guanajuato (Level 3), Jalisco (Level 3), Aguascalientes (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-45D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.5 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 Celaya to Real de Asientos is like
MEX-45D (129 mi) and MEX-45 (29 mi) carry about 85% of the 186 miles. MEX-45D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-45, MEX-71, MEX-39 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: Guanajuato, Jalisco, Aguascalientes. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Celaya to Real de Asientos, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-45D | 3–132 | 129 | Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| MEX-45 | 132–161 | 29 | Jalisco, Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 161–165 | 4 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-71 | 165–172 | 7 | Aguascalientes |
| AGS 9 | 172–178 | 6 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-39 | 178–185 | 7 | Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 185–186 | 1 | Aguascalientes |
- Mile 87 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 135 of this route: Jalisco → Aguascalientes (state line)
Stops between Celaya and Real de Asientos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Teatro Morelos (mile 150), Museo Espacio, Aguascalientes (mile 151)
- Museums and history: Museo Espacio, Aguascalientes (mile 151), Museo de la Insurgencia (mile 169)
Teatro Morelos
In downtown Aguascalientes, Teatro Morelos is a neoclassical theater designed and built by engineer José Noriega and opened in 1885. In October and November 1914 it hosted the Sovereign Revolutionary Convention.
Museo Espacio, Aguascalientes
Inside the Tres Centurias complex at Aguascalientes' old train station, Museo Espacio is a contemporary art museum, so a visit pairs current work with a look at the city's railroad buildings.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Celaya to Real de Asientos?
About 3 h 35 min of driving without stops, over 186 miles.
How far is Real de Asientos from Celaya by car?
About 186 miles (300 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 Celaya to Real de Asientos?
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 Celaya to Real de Asientos?
The U.S. State Department rates Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Aguascalientes Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Celaya to Real de Asientos use?
In order: MEX-45D, MEX-45, MEX-71, AGS 9 and MEX-39. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Celaya and Real de Asientos?
Closest to the road: Teatro Morelos (theatre building, mile 150, 0.2 mi from the route); Museo Espacio, Aguascalientes (art museum, mile 151, 0.8 mi from the route); Museo de la Insurgencia (museum, mile 169, 6 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.