The Wayro route from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas is 326 miles (525 km), about 7 h 0 min of driving without stops.
| Distance by road | 326 mi (525 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 7 h 0 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-70 → MEX-70D → SLP 75D → MEX-57D → MEX-57 → SLP 32 → MEX-49 → MEX-45 → MEX-54 → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-70D, MEX-57D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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.
How the Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas drive plays out
MEX-49 (95 mi) and SLP 75D (65 mi) carry about 49% of the 326 miles. It runs through 2 states: San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-70D and MEX-57D. Of the 4 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-70 | 2–7 | 5 | San Luis Potosí |
| connecting roads | 7–8 | 1 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-70D | 8–52 | 44 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-70 | 52–73 | 21 | San Luis Potosí |
| SLP 75D | 73–138 | 65 | San Luis Potosí |
| connecting roads | 138–140 | 2 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57D | 140–161 | 21 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57 | 161–173 | 12 | San Luis Potosí |
| SLP 32 | 173–180 | 7 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-49 | 180–275 | 95 | San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 275–296 | 21 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-54 | 296–311 | 15 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-23 | 311–326 | 15 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 209 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Zacatecas (state line)
- Mile 226 of this route: Zacatecas → San Luis Potosí (state line)
- Mile 252 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Zacatecas (state line)
What to see on the way from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Guadalupe regional museum (mile 288), Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas (mile 292), Museo Toma de Zacatecas (mile 292)
- Museums and history: San Luis Potosí Cathedral (mile 178), Guadalupe regional museum (mile 288), Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas (mile 292), Museo Toma de Zacatecas (mile 292)
San Luis Potosí Cathedral
San Luis Potosí's cathedral anchors the city's historic center, which UNESCO lists as a component of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro World Heritage Site.
Guadalupe regional museum
Paintings by Cristóbal de Villalpando, Miguel Cabrera and Juan Correa are part of the important 17th- to 19th-century collection at the Museo de Guadalupe, in Guadalupe, Zacatecas.
Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas
Dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption, the Cathedral of Zacatecas is the main church of the Diocese of Zacatecas.
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
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From Ciudad Valles to other places in Mexico
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- Ciudad Valles to Otumba
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- Ciudad Valles to Tlaxcala
- Ciudad Valles to Chiautempan
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas?
About 7 h 0 min of driving without stops, over 326 miles.
What is the driving distance from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas?
About 326 miles (525 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 Ciudad Valles 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 Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas?
The U.S. State Department rates San Luis Potosí 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 Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas use?
In order: MEX-70, MEX-70D, SLP 75D, MEX-57D, MEX-57, SLP 32, MEX-49, MEX-45, MEX-54 and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Ciudad Valles to Jerez, Zacatecas?
Closest to the road: Guadalupe regional museum (museum, mile 288, 0.7 mi from the route); Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas (basilica, mile 292, 0.4 mi from the route); Museo Toma de Zacatecas (museum, mile 292, 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 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.