The Wayro route from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos is 364 miles (585 km), about 7 h 53 min of driving without stops.
| Total distance | 364 mi (585 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 7 h 53 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-70 → MEX-15 → MEX-15D → MEX-80D → MEX-80 → MEX-45D → MEX-45 → MEX-110D → MEX-110 → MEX-51 → GTO 100 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco, Guanajuato |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-15D, MEX-80D, MEX-45D, MEX-110D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 14.5 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.
The Mascota–Mineral de Pozos drive in a few lines
MEX-70 (107 mi) and MEX-80D (72 mi) carry about 49% of the 364 miles. It runs through 2 states: Jalisco, Guanajuato. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-15D, MEX-80D and MEX-45D. Of the 8 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-70 | 0–107 | 107 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 107–121 | 14 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 121–140 | 19 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 140–144 | 4 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 144–216 | 72 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 216–230 | 14 | Jalisco |
| MEX-45D | 230–267 | 37 | Jalisco, Guanajuato |
| MEX-45 | 267–280 | 13 | Guanajuato |
| connecting roads | 280–281 | 1 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-110D | 281–290 | 9 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-110 | 290–327 | 37 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-51 | 327–357 | 30 | Guanajuato |
| connecting roads | 357–358 | 1 | Guanajuato |
| GTO 100 | 358–364 | 6 | Guanajuato |
- Mile 247 of this route: Jalisco → Guanajuato (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Mineral de Pozos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (mile 93), Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara (mile 122), Alfredo Dugès Museum (mile 293), Miguel Hidalgo House, Dolores Hidalgo (mile 327)
- Nature and outdoors: Parque Walt Disney (mile 126), Alfredo Dugès Museum (mile 293)
- Museums and history: Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (mile 93), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 203), Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (mile 210), Alfredo Dugès Museum (mile 293), Miguel Hidalgo House, Dolores Hidalgo (mile 327)
Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila
Around the town of Tequila, the Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of blue agave fields shaped by the plant's use for tequila since the 16th century.
Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara
At a roundabout fountain in Guadalajara, a bronze statue of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, stands on a large pedestal inscribed with the names of 18 notable citizens.
Convento de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro
Better known as El Perpetuo Socorro, this Guadalajara church is home to a Passionist convent that has housed the order's postulants since 2020.
Parque Walt Disney
Despite sharing a name with Walt Disney, this recreational space in Guadalajara's Colonia Olímpica has no direct theme tied to Disney's amusement parks.
Teocaltitan Archaeological Site
Pyramids, sunken patios and a ball court spread over roughly nine hectares at Teocaltitán, close to Jalostotitlán in the Los Altos region.
Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos
Gothic-style ribbed vaults rise over the interior of San Juan de los Lagos' cathedral basilica, built from 1732 to 1769, where you'll also find a silver-framed Way of the Cross.
Alfredo Dugès Museum
Named for French naturalist Alfredo Dugès, who settled in Guanajuato, this natural history museum is in the city of Guanajuato.
Miguel Hidalgo House, Dolores Hidalgo
Built in 1779, the Casa de Hidalgo in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, is also known as the Museo Histórico Curato de Dolores.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos?
About 7 h 53 min of driving without stops, over 364 miles.
What is the driving distance from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos?
About 364 miles (585 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 Mascota to Mineral de Pozos?
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 Mascota to Mineral de Pozos?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos use?
In order: MEX-70, MEX-15, MEX-15D, MEX-80D, MEX-80, MEX-45D, MEX-45, MEX-110D, MEX-110, MEX-51 and GTO 100. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Mascota to Mineral de Pozos?
Closest to the road: Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (historic site, mile 93, 0.4 mi from the route); Alfredo Dugès Museum (natural history museum, mile 293, 0.6 mi from the route); Miguel Hidalgo House, Dolores Hidalgo (museum, mile 327, 0.4 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.