The Wayro route from Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic is 211 miles (340 km), about 5 h 26 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 211 mi (340 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 5 h 26 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | Zacatecas (Level 4), Jalisco (Level 3) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 8.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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 Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic is like
MEX-23 (207 mi) carries about 98% of the 211 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-23. It runs through 2 states: Zacatecas, Jalisco. Of the 4 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-23 | 4–211 | 207 | Zacatecas, Jalisco |
- Mile 25 of this route: Zacatecas → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 60 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
- Mile 130 of this route: Zacatecas → Jalisco (state line)
Stops between Jerez, Zacatecas and Ajijic
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): El Teúl (mile 102), Museo de Arte de Zapopan (mile 170), Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas (mile 174), Museo Regional de la Cerámica (mile 179)
- Museums and history: El Teúl (mile 102), Museo de Arte de Zapopan (mile 170), Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas (mile 174), Museo Regional de la Cerámica (mile 179)
El Teúl
On a hill of the same name in southern Zacatecas, near Jalisco, El Teúl was a Mesoamerican settlement where people made copper and ceramic goods.
Museo de Arte de Zapopan
Run by the city of Zapopan, the Museo de Arte de Zapopan is a contemporary art museum in the town's historic center, open since 2002.
Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas
The Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas stands on Paseo Alcalde, formerly Avenida Alcalde, in the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Museo Regional de la Cerámica
On Calle Independencia in central Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, the Museo Regional de la Cerámica is one of the town's two main ceramics museums.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic?
About 5 h 26 min of driving without stops, over 211 miles.
How far is Ajijic from Jerez, Zacatecas by car?
About 211 miles (340 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 Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic?
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 Jerez, Zacatecas to Ajijic?
The U.S. State Department rates Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What are good stops between Jerez, Zacatecas and Ajijic?
Closest to the road: El Teúl (archaeological site, mile 102, 0.6 mi from the route); Museo de Arte de Zapopan (art museum, mile 170, 0.2 mi from the route); Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas (museum, mile 174, 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.