The Wayro route from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña is 180 miles (289 km), about 3 h 24 min of driving without stops. The U.S.–Mexico border is at about mile 177 on this route, near the Del Rio port of entry.
| Distance | 180 mi (289 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 24 min |
| Main roads, in order | TX 16 → I-10 → TX 41 → US-377 → US-277 → US-90 |
| Border crossing | about mile 177 of this route, Texas → Coahuila (near the Del Rio, TX port of entry) |
| Mexican states on the route | Coahuila (Level 3) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
Crossing into Mexico: what you need for Ciudad Acuña
| Passport | Passport book or passport card to enter Mexico by land |
|---|---|
| FMM entry permit | Not needed if you stay within 12 miles (20 km) of the border for 6 days or less; required for longer stays or if you travel farther in |
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Not needed inside the border zone; required if you drive farther 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 Del Rio
The Del Rio International Bridge crosses the Rio Grande between Del Rio and Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila. It is a full-service crossing that handles pedestrians, passenger vehicles and buses as well as commercial trucks.
What the drive from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña is like
US-377 (58 mi) and TX 41 (50 mi) carry about 60% of the 180 miles. The U.S. part of the drive runs through Texas for about 177 miles; after the border at Del Rio you have about 3 miles left in Mexico. None of the 3 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
The route from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Texas |
| TX 16 | 1–22 | 21 | Texas |
| I-10 | 22–39 | 17 | Texas |
| connecting roads | 39–40 | 1 | Texas |
| TX 41 | 40–90 | 50 | Texas |
| US-377 | 90–148 | 58 | Texas |
| US-277 | 148–170 | 22 | Texas |
| US-90 | 170–174 | 4 | Texas |
| local roads | 174–180 | 6 | Texas, Coahuila |
- Mile 177 of this route: Texas → Coahuila (international border)
Stops between Fredericksburg and Ciudad Acuña
Kerrville-Schreiner Park
This 517-acre city park on the Guadalupe River in Kerrville offers RV sites and mini-cabins, trails, birding, fishing piers and boat ramps for time on the water.
Riverside Nature Center
This nonprofit nature center in Kerrville offers a butterfly garden, a meadow and pollinator garden, a nature trail, and access to the River Trail, along with programs on local native plants and wildlife.
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area
Near Rocksprings on the Edwards Plateau, a 50-foot-wide shaft drops 140 feet into this cavern, a National Natural Landmark where guided evening tours watch millions of Mexican free-tailed bats emerge in warm months.
When you get to Ciudad Acuña
Ciudad Acuña faces Del Rio, Texas, across the Rio Grande, at the spot where Las Vacas Creek flows into the river. Coahuila's tourism office calls it the state's friendly border, and its biggest draw is the Amistad reservoir, the largest body of water in Coahuila, used for boating, fishing, skiing, sailing and kayaking.
- Presa La Amistad: The reservoir is the city's signature attraction, with fishing, water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, diving and kayaking. source
- Plaza Benjamín Canales: The main square anchors the historic center, near the Hemiciclo a Juárez, the monumental flagpole and the Fiftieth Anniversary Forum. source
- Parroquia de Santa María de Guadalupe: The downtown parish church dates from 1914 and is one of the historic landmarks of the city center. source
Whitehead Memorial Museum
Set on about 2.5 acres in Del Rio, this pioneer-village history museum covers frontier life, border radio, and "goat-gland doctor" John Brinkley, and holds the grave of Old West justice of the peace Roy Bean.
More drives to Ciudad Acuña
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From Fredericksburg to other places in Mexico
- Fredericksburg, TX to Ciudad Juárez
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- Fredericksburg, TX to Monterrey
- Fredericksburg, TX to Ojinaga
- Fredericksburg, TX to Santiago
- Fredericksburg, TX to Saltillo
All routes to Ciudad Acuña, border crossings and permits in one place: Driving to Ciudad Acuña, Mexico from the U.S.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña?
About 3 h 24 min of driving without stops, over 180 miles.
How far is Ciudad Acuña from Fredericksburg by car?
About 180 miles (289 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 Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña drive cross into Mexico?
At about mile 177 of this route, from Texas into Coahuila, near the Del Rio port of entry.
Do I need a permit to drive my car from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña?
Not needed inside the border zone; required if you drive farther into Mexico. You also need Mexican auto insurance and a passport book or card.
Is it safe to drive from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña?
The U.S. State Department rates Coahuila Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Fredericksburg to Ciudad Acuña use?
In order: TX 16, I-10, TX 41, US-377, US-277 and US-90. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Fredericksburg and Ciudad Acuña?
Closest to the road: Kerrville-Schreiner Park (park, mile 22, 4 mi from the route); Riverside Nature Center (botanical garden, mile 24, 2 mi from the route); Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area (state park, mile 88, 2 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.