Corrientes to Ciudad del Este, Paraguay is about 405 road miles (651 km): roughly 8 h 38 min at the wheel if you don't stop. You cross from Argentina into Paraguay at about mile 191, at Clorinda–José Falcón.
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution in Paraguay: Departments of Alto Paraná, Amambay, Canindeyú, Concepcion, and San Pedro.
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: “Gas stations are often far apart and not always easily identified from the main roadway.”
- Paraguay: “Traffic laws are often not enforced, and other drivers may ignore stop signs, traffic lights, and speed limits.”
| Distance | 405 mi (651 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 8 h 38 min |
| Main roads, in order | RN16 → RN11 → PY09 → D075 → D023 → PY02 |
| Border crossing | about mile 191, Argentina → Paraguay (Clorinda–José Falcón) |
| Regions on the route | Corrientes, Chaco, Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Asunción, Central, Cordillera, Caaguazú, Alto Paraná |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 16.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 8 |
The border on the way to Ciudad del Este
The route crosses at about mile 191, 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.
Driving Corrientes to Ciudad del Este: the shape of the trip
PY02 (179 mi) and RN11 (178 mi) carry about 88% of the 405 miles. The first 191 miles are in Argentina; the last 214 are in Paraguay. It runs through 9 regions: Corrientes, Chaco, Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Asunción, Central, Cordillera, Caaguazú, Alto Paraná. Of the 8 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Corrientes to Ciudad del Este: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Corrientes |
| RN16 | 2–12 | 10 | Corrientes, Chaco |
| RN11 | 12–190 | 178 | Chaco, Formosa |
| PY09 | 190–198 | 8 | Formosa, Presidente Hayes |
| D075 | 198–203 | 5 | Presidente Hayes |
| connecting roads | 203–204 | 1 | Asunción |
| D023 | 204–226 | 22 | Asunción, Central |
| PY02 | 226–405 | 179 | Central, Cordillera, Caaguazú, Alto Paraná |
- Mile 3 of this route: Corrientes → Chaco (region line)
- Mile 72 of this route: Chaco → Formosa (region line)
- Mile 191 of this route: Formosa → Presidente Hayes (international border)
- Mile 203 of this route: Presidente Hayes → Asunción (region line)
- Mile 206 of this route: Asunción → Central (region line)
- Mile 229 of this route: Central → Cordillera (region line)
- Mile 263 of this route: Cordillera → Caaguazú (region line)
- Mile 359 of this route: Caaguazú → Alto Paraná (region line)
What to see on the way from Corrientes to Ciudad del Este
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 204), Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (mile 208)
- Nature and outdoors: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 204)
- Museums and history: Resistencia Cathedral (mile 12), Museo Ichoalay (mile 12), Our Lady of Carmel Cathedral, Formosa (mile 117), Museo del Barro (mile 205), Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (mile 208), Museo San Rafael (mile 222), Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles, Caacupé (mile 237)
- With kids: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 204)
Resistencia Cathedral
Also called the St. Ferdinand the King Cathedral, Resistencia Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral of the city of Resistencia, Argentina.
Museo Ichoalay
Founded in 1949 by two teachers, Museo Ichoalay is a regional history museum in Resistencia, housed in the building of Escuela Normal Superior No. 87.
Our Lady of Carmel Cathedral, Formosa
Also known as Formosa Cathedral, Our Lady of Carmel Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in the city of Formosa and the seat of the Diocese of Formosa.
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.
Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano
At Conmebol's headquarters in Luque, the Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano opened in 2009 and shows over 1,800 objects on the history of South American soccer across three halls.
Museo San Rafael
On Francisco Caballero Álvarez street in Itauguá, the Museo San Rafael is a parish museum of colonial religious art and anthropology.
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles, Caacupé
Caacupé Cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of Caacupé, and its sanctuary of the Virgin of Caacupé, inaugurated in 1765, became a place of pilgrimage for many local believers.
When you get to Ciudad del Este
Saltos del Monday
The Monday Falls drop roughly 45 meters over a front about 120 meters wide inside a municipal park in Presidente Franco District, Alto Paraná, Paraguay.
More drives to Ciudad del Este
More drives from Corrientes
- Corrientes to San Nicolás de los Arroyos
- Corrientes to Pergamino
- Corrientes to Arrecifes
- Corrientes to San Antonio de Areco
- Corrientes to Clorinda
- Corrientes to Catamarca
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Corrientes to Ciudad del Este, Paraguay?
About 8 h 38 min of driving without stops, over 405 miles.
What is the driving distance from Corrientes to Ciudad del Este, Paraguay?
About 405 miles (651 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 Corrientes to Ciudad del Este drive cross the border?
At about mile 191, from Argentina into Paraguay, at Clorinda–José Falcón.
What do U.S. citizens need to drive from Corrientes 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.)
What does the U.S. travel advisory say about the Corrientes to Ciudad del Este drive?
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.
What roads does the drive from Corrientes to Ciudad del Este use?
In order: RN16, RN11, PY09, D075, D023 and PY02. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Corrientes to Ciudad del Este?
Closest to the road: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (botanical garden, mile 204, 0.6 mi from the route); Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (museum, mile 208, 0.2 mi from the route); Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles, Caacupé (cathedral, mile 237, 1 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.