Linares to Pinos is about 316 road miles (509 km): roughly 7 h 9 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance by road | 316 mi (509 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 7 h 9 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-58 → MEX-57 → MEX-57D → SLP 32 → MEX-49 → ZAC 291 |
| Mexican states on the route | Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-57D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 12.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 2 |
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 Linares to Pinos is like
MEX-57 (160 mi) and MEX-58 (61 mi) carry about 70% of the 316 miles. It runs through 3 states: Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-57D. None of the 2 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Which roads connect Linares and Pinos
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Nuevo León |
| MEX-58 | 1–62 | 61 | Nuevo León |
| MEX-57 | 62–135 | 73 | Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57D | 135–145 | 10 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57 | 145–220 | 75 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57D | 220–241 | 21 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57 | 241–253 | 12 | San Luis Potosí |
| connecting roads | 253–254 | 1 | San Luis Potosí |
| SLP 32 | 254–260 | 6 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-49 | 260–300 | 40 | San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 300–301 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| ZAC 291 | 301–314 | 13 | Zacatecas |
| local roads | 314–316 | 2 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 124 of this route: Nuevo León → San Luis Potosí (state line)
- Mile 288 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Zacatecas (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Linares and Pinos
Matehuala Cathedral
In Matehuala, San Luis Potosí, the Diocese of Matehuala has its seat at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, a Catholic church that remains open to worshippers.
San Luis Potosí Cathedral
Look closely at the two towers of San Luis Potosí's cathedral: one is built of mortar, the other of quarried cantera stone. The Baroque church is the seat of the archdiocese.
More drives to Pinos
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- Paracho to Pinos
- Pátzcuaro to Pinos
From Linares to other places in Mexico
- Linares to Mineral de Pozos
- Linares to Pinal de Amoles
- Linares to San Juan de los Lagos
- Linares to Jerez, Zacatecas
- Linares to Calvillo
- Linares to Jalpa de Cánovas
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Linares to Pinos?
About 7 h 9 min of driving without stops, over 316 miles.
What is the driving distance from Linares to Pinos?
About 316 miles (509 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 Linares to Pinos?
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 Linares to Pinos?
The U.S. State Department rates Nuevo León Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; San Luis Potosí Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Linares to Pinos?
In order: MEX-58, MEX-57, MEX-57D, SLP 32, MEX-49 and ZAC 291. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Linares to Pinos?
Closest to the road: Matehuala Cathedral (cathedral, mile 140, 2 mi from the route); San Luis Potosí Cathedral (cathedral, mile 260, 4 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 September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.