The Wayro route from El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete is 134 miles (216 km), about 2 h 36 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 134 mi (216 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 36 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-40D → DGO 45 → MEX-45 |
| Mexican states on the route | Durango (Level 3), Zacatecas (Level 4) |
| Toll roads | MEX-40D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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 El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete is like
MEX-45 (66 mi) and MEX-40D (44 mi) carry about 82% of the 134 miles. MEX-40D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-45 is a free federal road (libre). It runs through 2 states: Durango, Zacatecas. Of the 3 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Durango |
| MEX-40D | 3–47 | 44 | Durango |
| local roads | 47–52 | 5 | Durango |
| DGO 45 | 52–65 | 13 | Durango |
| connecting roads | 65–66 | 1 | Durango |
| MEX-45 | 66–132 | 66 | Durango, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 132–134 | 2 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 116 of this route: Durango → Zacatecas (state line)
Stops between El Salto, Durango and Sombrerete
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): La Ferrería (mile 55), Museo de Sitio de la Ferrería (mile 55), Sierra de Órganos National Park (mile 122)
- Nature and outdoors: Sierra de Órganos National Park (mile 122)
- Museums and history: La Ferrería (mile 55), Museo de Sitio de la Ferrería (mile 55)
La Ferrería
La Ferrería is an archaeological site in Durango Municipality, set in country of mesquite and aloe.
Museo de Sitio de la Ferrería
The Museo de Sitio de la Ferrería in Durango shows pieces from local excavations and other areas of the state. It opened in 2000 and was renovated in 2006–2007.
Sierra de Órganos National Park
Volcanic activity and erosion shaped the 20- to 60-meter rock spires of Sierra de Órganos, a national park near Sombrerete created in 2000. Western movies have been filmed here, and visitors hike marked trails, mountain bike and camp.
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From El Salto, Durango to other places in Mexico
- El Salto, Durango to Pabellón de Hidalgo
- El Salto, Durango to Calvillo
- El Salto, Durango to Temacapulín
- El Salto, Durango to Mazamitla
- El Salto, Durango to Tócuaro
- El Salto, Durango to Zirahuén
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete?
About 2 h 36 min of driving without stops, over 134 miles.
How far is Sombrerete from El Salto, Durango by car?
About 134 miles (216 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 El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete?
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 El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete?
The U.S. State Department rates Durango Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from El Salto, Durango to Sombrerete use?
In order: MEX-40D, DGO 45 and MEX-45. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between El Salto, Durango and Sombrerete?
Closest to the road: Museo de Sitio de la Ferrería (museum, mile 55, 0.3 mi from the route); La Ferrería (archaeological site, mile 55, 0.4 mi from the route); Sierra de Órganos National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 122, 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.