The Wayro route from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc is 507 miles (816 km), about 10 h 15 min of driving without stops. The U.S.–Mexico border is at about mile 291 on this route, near the Presidio port of entry.
| Distance | 507 mi (816 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 10 h 15 min |
| Main roads, in order | US-90 → US-67 → CHIH 18 → CHIH D → MEX-16 → CHIH 85 |
| Border crossing | about mile 291 of this route, Texas → Chihuahua (near the Presidio, TX port of entry) |
| Mexican states on the route | Chihuahua (Level 3) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 20.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
Crossing into Mexico: what you need for Cuauhtémoc
| Passport | Passport book or passport card to enter Mexico by land |
|---|---|
| FMM entry permit | Required for this trip: Cuauhtémoc is well beyond the 12-mile (20 km) border zone where the permit is not needed |
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Required for a U.S.-registered vehicle this far into Mexico |
| Mexican auto insurance | Required for all vehicles: buy a Mexican policy before you cross |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Mexico travel information (updated August 11, 2026); permits are issued by Banjercito.
Crossing at Presidio
The Presidio-Ojinaga International Bridge, run on the U.S. side by TxDOT, links Presidio with Ojinaga, Chihuahua. It handles passenger vehicles, pedestrians, buses and trucks, has SENTRI and FAST lanes, and joins US 67 to Mexican Highway 16.
What the drive from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc is like
US-90 (204 mi) and MEX-16 (108 mi) carry about 62% of the 507 miles. The U.S. part of the drive runs through Texas for about 291 miles; after the border at Presidio you have about 216 miles left in Mexico. Of the 6 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| US-90 | 0–204 | 204 | Texas |
| US-67 | 204–291 | 87 | Texas |
| connecting roads | 291–295 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH 18 | 295–320 | 25 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH D | 320–390 | 70 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 390–422 | 32 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH 85 | 422–426 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 426–441 | 15 | Chihuahua |
| connecting roads | 441–442 | 1 | Chihuahua |
| local roads | 442–446 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 446–507 | 61 | Chihuahua |
- Mile 291 of this route: Texas → Chihuahua (international border)
Stops between Del Rio and Cuauhtémoc
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Marathon Uplift (mile 173), Museum of the Big Bend (mile 203), Presidio County Courthouse (mile 230), Cathedral of Chihuahua (mile 443)
- Nature and outdoors: Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site (mile 41)
- Museums and history: Museum of the Big Bend (mile 203), Presidio County Courthouse (mile 230), Cathedral of Chihuahua (mile 443)
Amistad National Recreation Area
Covering the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir near Del Rio, this National Park Service area draws visitors for water-based recreation, camping, hiking, and a cultural history reaching back nearly 5,000 years.
Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site
Ancient pictographs fill the rock shelters of this park near Del Rio, and guided tours lead to Fate Bell Shelter and its rock art. Nearly 10 miles of trails and campsites round out a stop; canyon hiking requires a guide.
Marathon Uplift
Drivers on U.S. 90 and U.S. 385 near Marathon cross a basin carved from this ancient dome, where erosion stripped away Cretaceous rock to expose strongly deformed older strata, framed by Cretaceous escarpments and the Glass Mountains to the north.
Museum of the Big Bend
Run by Sul Ross State University on its Alpine campus, this museum interprets the natural history, prehistory, and cultural diversity of the Big Bend region through its Big Bend Legacy exhibit and hosts the Trappings of Texas show of Western art and cowboy gear.
Presidio County Courthouse
Designed by Alfred Giles and built in 1886, Marfa's Second Empire courthouse with Italianate details keeps much of its original interior and form; a restoration that included its dome and statue was rededicated in 2002.
Cathedral of Chihuahua
Construction on this Baroque cathedral began in 1725 and stretched over more than a century. It anchors the Plaza de Armas in downtown Chihuahua, and a museum of sacred art occupies its basement.
When you get to Cuauhtémoc
Cuauhtémoc sits on the high plains west of the city of Chihuahua and is the heart of a large Mennonite community. About 1,300 families arrived from Manitoba, Canada, in 1922, and their farm 'campos' of apple orchards, cheese makers and workshops still spread out along the corridor outside town.
- Museo Menonita: A restored pioneer home built in Dutch and German styles shows household goods, kitchen tools and a horse stable. source
- Corredor Comercial Menonita: Workshops, furniture makers and dozens of cheese factories producing queso menonita line the Álvaro Obregón corridor. source
- Campo 22: One of the earliest Mennonite settlements keeps traditional homes, including one built in 1922 with Canadian lumber. source
More drives to Cuauhtémoc
- Roswell, NM to Cuauhtémoc
- San Angelo, TX to Cuauhtémoc
- Tucson, AZ to Cuauhtémoc
- Apache Junction, AZ to Cuauhtémoc
- Nogales, AZ to Cuauhtémoc
- Marfa, TX to Cuauhtémoc
From Del Rio to other places in Mexico
- Del Rio, TX to Ciudad Juárez
- Del Rio, TX to Monterrey
- Del Rio, TX to Zacatecas
- Del Rio, TX to Hidalgo del Parral
- Del Rio, TX to Piedras Negras
- Del Rio, TX to Santiago
All routes to Cuauhtémoc, border crossings and permits in one place: Driving to Cuauhtémoc, Mexico from the U.S.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc?
About 10 h 15 min of driving without stops, over 507 miles.
How far is Cuauhtémoc from Del Rio by car?
About 507 miles (816 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 Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc drive cross into Mexico?
At about mile 291 of this route, from Texas into Chihuahua, near the Presidio port of entry.
Do I need a permit to drive my car from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc?
Yes. A temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) is required for a U.S.-registered car this far into Mexico. You also need Mexican auto insurance and a passport book or card. An FMM entry permit is required too.
Is it safe to drive from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc?
The U.S. State Department rates Chihuahua Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Del Rio to Cuauhtémoc use?
In order: US-90, US-67, CHIH 18, CHIH D, MEX-16 and CHIH 85. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Del Rio and Cuauhtémoc?
Closest to the road: Marathon Uplift (rock formation, mile 173, 0.3 mi from the route); Museum of the Big Bend (university museum, mile 203, 0.3 mi from the route); Presidio County Courthouse (county courthouse, mile 230, 0.5 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.