Plan on about 3 h 45 min of driving for the 157-mile (253 km) trip from Clorinda to San Ignacio, Paraguay, before any stops. You cross from Argentina into Paraguay at about mile 5, at Clorinda–José Falcón.
Full advisory: Argentina, Paraguay. Advisory issued: Argentina July 10, 2026; Paraguay August 19, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Argentina: “Drivers should prepare in advance when taking long road trips and make sure to have adequate insurance coverage.”
- Paraguay: “Driving or traveling at night is not advisable outside of Asuncion”
| Total distance | 157 mi (253 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 45 min |
| Main roads, in order | PY09 → D075 → D027 → PY01 → PY18 |
| Border crossing | about mile 5, Argentina → Paraguay (Clorinda–José Falcón) |
| Regions on the route | Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Asunción, Central, Paraguarí, Misiones |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
Getting across the Argentina–Paraguay border
The route crosses at about mile 5, at Clorinda–José Falcón, from Formosa into Presidente Hayes. Plan on two checks on each side: immigration for your passport and customs for the car.
| Entering Paraguay (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. |
|---|---|
| Driving in Paraguay | You need a valid U.S. license and a valid International Driving Permit. |
| Entering Argentina (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for visits of 90 days or less. Passport: must be valid when you enter; leave a blank page for the entry and exit stamps. |
| Driving in Argentina | A valid U.S. license usually works; an International Driving Permit is recommended. |
| The car, entering Paraguay | The State Department notes that Paraguay doesn't require vehicle insurance. |
| Rental car | Cross only if the rental company authorizes it in writing and gives you the papers for the border; ask before you book. |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Paraguay (updated September 17, 2026); U.S. State Department, Argentina (updated July 16, 2026). Checked October 10, 2026; rules change, so confirm before you go.
How the Clorinda to San Ignacio drive plays out
PY01 (99 mi) and PY18 (16 mi) carry about 73% of the 157 miles. The first 5 miles are in Argentina; the last 152 are in Paraguay. It runs through 6 regions: Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Asunción, Central, Paraguarí, Misiones. Of the 4 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Clorinda and San Ignacio
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Formosa |
| PY09 | 4–12 | 8 | Formosa, Presidente Hayes |
| D075 | 12–17 | 5 | Presidente Hayes, Asunción |
| local roads | 17–22 | 5 | Asunción |
| D027 | 22–26 | 4 | Central |
| local roads | 26–30 | 4 | Central |
| connecting roads | 30–33 | 3 | Central |
| PY01 | 33–46 | 13 | Central |
| local roads | 46–53 | 7 | Central |
| PY18 | 53–69 | 16 | Central, Paraguarí |
| connecting roads | 69–71 | 2 | Paraguarí |
| PY01 | 71–157 | 86 | Paraguarí, Misiones |
- Mile 5 of this route: Formosa → Presidente Hayes (international border)
- Mile 16 of this route: Presidente Hayes → Asunción (region line)
- Mile 22 of this route: Asunción → Central (region line)
- Mile 57 of this route: Central → Paraguarí (region line)
- Mile 121 of this route: Paraguarí → Misiones (region line)
Stops between Clorinda and San Ignacio
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 17), Museo del Barro (mile 21), St. Lawrence Cathedral, San Lorenzo (mile 25)
- Nature and outdoors: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 17), Ypoá National Park (mile 77)
- Museums and history: Museo del Barro (mile 21), St. Lawrence Cathedral, San Lorenzo (mile 25)
- With kids: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 17)
Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción
Set in natural forest covering 272 acres north of the city, the Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción combines a botanical garden and a zoo in Paraguay's capital.
Museo del Barro
On the outskirts of Asunción, Museo del Barro began as a private traveling collection and found a permanent home after seven years.
St. Lawrence Cathedral, San Lorenzo
Dating from the early 20th century, St. Lawrence Cathedral in San Lorenzo took roughly 50 years to complete.
Ypoá National Park
Ypoá National Park is a protected area in Paraguay that takes in Lake Ypoá.
When you get to San Ignacio
Mission San Ignacio Guazú
San Ignacio Guazú was one of the missions the Society of Jesus founded in the Jesuit province of Paraguay, located in the city of San Ignacio Guazú in Misiones department.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Clorinda to San Ignacio, Paraguay?
About 3 h 45 min of driving without stops, over 157 miles.
What is the driving distance from Clorinda to San Ignacio, Paraguay?
About 157 miles (253 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.
Where does the Clorinda to San Ignacio drive cross the border?
At about mile 5, from Argentina into Paraguay, at Clorinda–José Falcón.
What do U.S. citizens need to drive from Clorinda into Paraguay?
No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. You need a valid U.S. license and a valid International Driving Permit. (U.S. State Department, updated September 17, 2026.)
Is it safe to drive from Clorinda to San Ignacio, Paraguay?
The U.S. State Department rates Argentina Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions; Paraguay Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Clorinda to San Ignacio?
In order: PY09, D075, D027, PY01 and PY18. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Clorinda and San Ignacio?
Closest to the road: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (botanical garden, mile 17, 0.6 mi from the route); Museo del Barro (museum, mile 21, 0.2 mi from the route); St. Lawrence Cathedral, San Lorenzo (cathedral, mile 25, 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 October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.