The Wayro route from Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán is 332 miles (534 km), about 6 h 45 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 332 mi (534 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 6 h 45 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-45D → MEX-45 → MEX-57D → QRO 4 → QRO 5 → MEX-120 |
| Mexican states on the route | Zacatecas (Level 4), Aguascalientes (Level 2), Jalisco (Level 3), Guanajuato (Level 3), Querétaro (Level 2), Hidalgo (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-45D, MEX-43D, MEX-57D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 8 |
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 Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán is like
MEX-45D (180 mi) and MEX-45 (58 mi) carry about 72% of the 332 miles. MEX-45D, MEX-57D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-45, MEX-120 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 6 states: Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco, Guanajuato, Querétaro, Hidalgo. Of the 8 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45D | 4–25 | 21 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 25–53 | 28 | Zacatecas, Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 53–57 | 4 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 57–87 | 30 | Aguascalientes, Jalisco |
| MEX-45D | 87–246 | 159 | Jalisco, Guanajuato, Querétaro |
| MEX-57D | 246–256 | 10 | Querétaro |
| connecting roads | 256–257 | 1 | Querétaro |
| QRO 4 | 257–276 | 19 | Querétaro |
| QRO 5 | 276–280 | 4 | Querétaro |
| local roads | 280–284 | 4 | Querétaro |
| MEX-120 | 284–296 | 12 | Querétaro |
| local roads | 296–332 | 36 | Querétaro, Hidalgo |
- Mile 30 of this route: Zacatecas → Aguascalientes (state line)
- Mile 83 of this route: Aguascalientes → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 132 of this route: Jalisco → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 238 of this route: Guanajuato → Querétaro (state line)
- Mile 315 of this route: Querétaro → Hidalgo (state line)
Stops between Guadalupe, Zacatecas and Zimapán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Aguascalientes Museum (mile 68), Historic centre of Aguascalientes (mile 68)
- Nature and outdoors: El Cimatario National Park (mile 249)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Insurgencia (mile 48), Aguascalientes Museum (mile 68), Historic centre of Aguascalientes (mile 68), Celaya Cathedral (mile 217), El Cerrito (mile 241), Teatro de la República (mile 245)
Museo de la Insurgencia
Set in a 17th-century estate, the Museo de la Insurgencia opened in 1964 to tell the story of Mexico's independence movement. One hall shows farm, mining and textile tools from hacienda work; another displays everyday objects from past eras.
Aguascalientes Museum
Located in the state capital, the Aguascalientes Museum is the city's art museum, set in the city of Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Historic centre of Aguascalientes
The historic center of Aguascalientes is the city's zone of historic monuments, which INAH has declared part of the nation's heritage.
Celaya Cathedral
Celaya's main Catholic church, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, occupies the space of a former chapel that was annexed to the neighboring Temple of St. Francis.
El Cerrito
Just outside Querétaro city in Corregidora, El Cerrito is an INAH archaeological zone centered on a pyramid close to 100 feet high, later topped by a 19th-century fort, with a small site museum on the grounds.
Teatro de la República
Originally named Teatro Iturbide, the Teatro de la República stands in Querétaro's historic center. The neoclassical building has a three-level hall with about 500 seats.
Casa de la Corregidora
Completed in 1770 as Querétaro's royal houses and town hall, the Casa de la Corregidora is where Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, held there in 1810, sent word of danger to Miguel Hidalgo. After independence it became the state government palace.
El Cimatario National Park
El Cimatario National Park protects about 24 square kilometers of land just south of the city of Santiago de Querétaro.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán?
About 6 h 45 min of driving without stops, over 332 miles.
How far is Zimapán from Guadalupe, Zacatecas by car?
About 332 miles (534 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 Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán?
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 Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán?
The U.S. State Department rates Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel; Aguascalientes Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Querétaro Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Zimapán use?
In order: MEX-45D, MEX-45, MEX-57D, QRO 4, QRO 5 and MEX-120. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Guadalupe, Zacatecas and Zimapán?
Closest to the road: Aguascalientes Museum (art museum, mile 68, 0.4 mi from the route); Historic centre of Aguascalientes (historic district, mile 68, 0.2 mi from the route); Casa de la Corregidora (building, mile 245, 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.