Manuel Ojinaga to Madera is about 324 road miles (521 km): roughly 7 h 44 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance | 324 mi (521 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 7 h 44 min |
| Main roads, in order | CHIH 18 → MEX-16 → CHIH 85 → CHIH 11 |
| Mexican states on the route | Chihuahua |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 12.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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.
The Manuel Ojinaga–Madera drive in a few lines
MEX-16 (138 mi) and CHIH 11 (80 mi) carry about 67% of the 324 miles. Of the 3 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Manuel Ojinaga to Madera, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH 18 | 4–28 | 24 | Chihuahua |
| local roads | 28–98 | 70 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 98–130 | 32 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH 85 | 130–134 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 134–150 | 16 | Chihuahua |
| local roads | 150–154 | 4 | Chihuahua |
| MEX-16 | 154–244 | 90 | Chihuahua |
| CHIH 11 | 244–324 | 80 | Chihuahua |
Breaking up the drive: stops between Manuel Ojinaga and Madera
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo Casa Redonda de Chihuahua (mile 150), Cathedral of Chihuahua (mile 152), Catedral de San Antonio de Padua (mile 216)
- Museums and history: Museo Casa Redonda de Chihuahua (mile 150), Cathedral of Chihuahua (mile 152), Catedral de San Antonio de Padua (mile 216)
Museo Casa Redonda de Chihuahua
Casa Redonda is a contemporary art museum in the city of Chihuahua, also known as the Museo Chihuahuense de Arte Contemporáneo.
Cathedral of Chihuahua
Construction on this Baroque cathedral began in 1725 and stretched over more than a century. It anchors the Plaza de Armas in downtown Chihuahua, and a museum of sacred art occupies its basement.
Catedral de San Antonio de Padua
In the city of Cuauhtémoc, Chihuahua, the Catedral de San Antonio de Padua is the seat of the Diocese of Cuauhtémoc-Madera.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Manuel Ojinaga to Madera?
About 7 h 44 min of driving without stops, over 324 miles.
What is the driving distance from Manuel Ojinaga to Madera?
About 324 miles (521 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 Manuel Ojinaga to Madera?
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 Manuel Ojinaga to Madera?
The U.S. State Department rates Chihuahua Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Manuel Ojinaga to Madera use?
In order: CHIH 18, MEX-16, CHIH 85 and CHIH 11. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Manuel Ojinaga to Madera?
Closest to the road: Museo Casa Redonda de Chihuahua (museum, mile 150, 0.5 mi from the route); Cathedral of Chihuahua (cathedral, mile 152, 0.7 mi from the route); Catedral de San Antonio de Padua (cathedral, mile 216, 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 September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.