Formosa, Argentina to Areguá, Paraguay is about 99 road miles (160 km): roughly 2 h 11 min at the wheel if you don't stop. You cross from Argentina into Paraguay at about mile 76, 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: “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 by road | 99 mi (160 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 2 h 11 min |
| Main roads, in order | RN11 → PY09 → D075 → D023 |
| Border crossing | about mile 76, Argentina → Paraguay (Clorinda–José Falcón) |
| Regions on the route | Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Central |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.0 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
Border crossing: what to bring for Paraguay
The route crosses at about mile 76, 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.
The Formosa–Areguá drive in a few lines
RN11 (73 mi) and D023 (10 mi) carry about 84% of the 99 miles. The first 76 miles are in Argentina; the last 23 are in Paraguay. It runs through 3 regions: Formosa, Presidente Hayes, Central. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Formosa to Areguá
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Formosa |
| RN11 | 2–75 | 73 | Formosa |
| PY09 | 75–83 | 8 | Formosa, Presidente Hayes |
| D075 | 83–88 | 5 | Presidente Hayes |
| connecting roads | 88–89 | 1 | Presidente Hayes |
| D023 | 89–99 | 10 | Presidente Hayes, Central |
- Mile 76 of this route: Formosa → Presidente Hayes (international border)
- Mile 90 of this route: Presidente Hayes → Central (region line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Formosa and Areguá
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 89), Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (mile 93)
- Nature and outdoors: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 89)
- Museums and history: Museo del Barro (mile 90), Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (mile 93)
- With kids: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (mile 89)
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.
Once you reach Areguá
Ypacaraí Lake
Roughly 50 km east of Asunción, Ypacaraí Lake is a major body of water in Paraguay that drains northwest through the Salado River into the Paraguay River.
More drives to Areguá
- Encarnación to Areguá
- Pedro Juan Caballero to Areguá
- Corrientes to Areguá, Paraguay
- Santa Fe to Areguá, Paraguay
- Resistencia to Areguá, Paraguay
- Paraná to Areguá, Paraguay
More drives from Formosa
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Formosa, Argentina to Areguá, Paraguay?
About 2 h 11 min of driving without stops, over 99 miles.
What is the driving distance from Formosa, Argentina to Areguá, Paraguay?
About 99 miles (160 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 Formosa to Areguá drive cross the border?
At about mile 76, from Argentina into Paraguay, at Clorinda–José Falcón.
What do U.S. citizens need to drive from Formosa 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 Formosa to Areguá 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 Formosa to Areguá use?
In order: RN11, PY09, D075 and D023. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Formosa to Areguá?
Closest to the road: Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción (botanical garden, mile 89, 0.5 mi from the route); Museo del Barro (museum, mile 90, 2 mi from the route); Museo del Fútbol Sudamericano (museum, mile 93, 0.1 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.