The Wayro route from Cosalá to Temacapulín is 482 miles (775 km), about 8 h 49 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 482 mi (775 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 8 h 49 min |
| Main roads, in order | SIN 402 → SIN 403 → MEX-15D → MEX-15 → MEX-80D → MEX-80 |
| Mexican states on the route | Sinaloa (Level 4), Nayarit (Level 2), Jalisco (Level 3) |
| Toll roads | MEX-15D, MEX-80D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 19.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
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 Cosalá to Temacapulín is like
MEX-15D (353 mi) and SIN 402 (33 mi) carry about 80% of the 482 miles. MEX-15D, MEX-80D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-15, MEX-80 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco. None of the 7 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
The route from Cosalá to Temacapulín, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Sinaloa |
| SIN 402 | 1–34 | 33 | Sinaloa |
| connecting roads | 34–35 | 1 | Sinaloa |
| SIN 403 | 35–47 | 12 | Sinaloa |
| connecting roads | 47–50 | 3 | Sinaloa |
| MEX-15D | 50–383 | 333 | Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 383–395 | 12 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 395–415 | 20 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 415–418 | 3 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 418–451 | 33 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 451–452 | 1 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 452–455 | 3 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 455–459 | 4 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 459–482 | 23 | Jalisco |
- Mile 192 of this route: Sinaloa → Nayarit (state line)
- Mile 335 of this route: Nayarit → Jalisco (state line)
Stops between Cosalá and Temacapulín
- Nature and outdoors: Agua Grande Lagoon (mile 167)
- Museums and history: Museo Regional de Nayarit (mile 273), National Museum of Tequila (mile 363), Guachimontones (mile 370), Teatro Degollado (mile 399), Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (mile 403)
Las Labradas
Las Labradas is an archaeological site set right on the coast of the municipality of San Ignacio, in the southern part of the Mexican state of Sinaloa.
Agua Grande Lagoon
Agua Grande is a large coastal lagoon in the Mexican state of Sinaloa that drains into the Pacific Ocean through the Teacapán Estuary.
Museo Regional de Nayarit
In the city of Tepic, the Museo Regional de Nayarit focuses on the different cultural traditions of pre-Hispanic Nayarit.
National Museum of Tequila
The National Museum of Tequila (MUNAT) in the town of Tequila tells the story of the spirit that put this corner of Jalisco on the map. The state government took it back in 2026 and announced a reopening with refreshed exhibits.
Guachimontones
Near the town of Teuchitlán, Guachimontones is known for its circular structures. INAH describes it as the first large population center in western Mexico, emerging around 1000 BC, with two ball courts and about 40 circular buildings across 20 hectares.
Teatro Degollado
On Guadalajara's central plaza, along Belén Street between Hidalgo and Morelos avenues, the neoclassical Teatro Degollado is known for its varied performances and artistic design.
Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque
On Independencia Street in central Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, the Museo Regional de la Cerámica is one of the city's two main ceramics museums, alongside the Pantaleón Panduro Museum.
More drives to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Arteaga to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Hidalgo to Temacapulín
- San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes to Temacapulín
- Real de Asientos to Temacapulín
- Pinos to Temacapulín
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Temacapulín
From Cosalá to other places in Mexico
- Cosalá to Nombre de Dios
- Cosalá to Santa Fe de la Laguna
- Cosalá to Jalpa de Cánovas
- Cosalá to Boca de Pascuales
- Cosalá to Barra de Navidad
- Cosalá to La Manzanilla
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Cosalá to Temacapulín?
About 8 h 49 min of driving without stops, over 482 miles.
How far is Temacapulín from Cosalá by car?
About 482 miles (775 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 Cosalá to Temacapulín?
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 Cosalá to Temacapulín?
The U.S. State Department rates Sinaloa Level 4: Do Not Travel; Nayarit Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Cosalá to Temacapulín use?
In order: SIN 402, SIN 403, MEX-15D, MEX-15, MEX-80D and MEX-80. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Cosalá and Temacapulín?
Closest to the road: Las Labradas (petroglyphic site, mile 73, 2 mi from the route); Museo Regional de Nayarit (museum, mile 273, 1 mi from the route); Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (museum, mile 403, 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 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.