By road, Mascota and Pinos are about 318 miles (512 km) apart, or roughly 6 h 54 min of driving.
| Distance | 318 mi (512 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 6 h 54 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-70 → MEX-15 → MEX-15D → MEX-80D → MEX-80 → MEX-51 → ZAC 144 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco, Guanajuato, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-15D, MEX-80D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 12.7 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
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.
Driving Mascota to Pinos: the shape of the trip
MEX-70 (107 mi) and MEX-80D (100 mi) carry about 65% of the 318 miles. It runs through 3 states: Jalisco, Guanajuato, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-15D and MEX-80D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Mascota to Pinos
| 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 | 216–249 | 33 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 249–277 | 28 | Jalisco, Guanajuato |
| MEX-51 | 277–286 | 9 | Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 286–289 | 3 | Jalisco |
| ZAC 144 | 289–316 | 27 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 316–318 | 2 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 273 of this route: Jalisco → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 282 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 290 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Mascota and Pinos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (mile 93), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 239), Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 239)
- Museums and history: Guachimontones (mile 93), Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (mile 93), Guadalajara Cathedral (mile 124), Museo del Tequila y el Mariachi (mile 124), Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (mile 128), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 203), Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (mile 210), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 239), Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 239)
Guachimontones
About 40 circular buildings and two ball courts spread over 20 hectares at Guachimontones, outside Teuchitlán. INAH calls it western Mexico's first large population center, dating back to around 1000 BC.
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.
Guadalajara Cathedral
In the Centro of Guadalajara, the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady is the seat of the Archdiocese of Guadalajara and a minor basilica.
Museo del Tequila y el Mariachi
The Museo del Tequila y el Mariachi is a space devoted to showing and sharing the culture of tequila and mariachi, both part of Mexico's heritage and cultural identity.
Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque
Ceramics lovers in central Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, can find the Museo Regional de la Cerámica on Independencia Street. Along with the Pantaleón Panduro Museum, it is one of the city's two principal pottery museums.
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.
Teatro José Rosas Moreno
Construction of the Teatro José Rosas Moreno in Lagos de Moreno began in 1867, and the theater opened on May 5, 1907. It is named for Jalisco writer José Rosas Moreno.
Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera
Lagos de Moreno, in the state of Jalisco, is home to the Museo Casa Agustín Rivera Altos de Jalisco, a local museum in town.
More drives to Pinos
- Calvillo to Pinos
- El Rosario, Sinaloa to Pinos
- Amatitán to Pinos
- Tequila to Pinos
- Paracho to Pinos
- Pátzcuaro to Pinos
From Mascota to other places in Mexico
- Mascota to Temacapulín
- Mascota to Jalpa de Cánovas
- Mascota to Boca de Pascuales
- Mascota to Santa Fe de la Laguna
- Mascota to Pabellón de Hidalgo
- Mascota to Tócuaro
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Mascota to Pinos?
About 6 h 54 min of driving without stops, over 318 miles.
How far is Pinos from Mascota by car?
About 318 miles (512 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 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 Mascota to Pinos?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Mascota to Pinos?
In order: MEX-70, MEX-15, MEX-15D, MEX-80D, MEX-80, MEX-51 and ZAC 144. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Mascota to Pinos?
Closest to the road: Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (historic site, mile 93, 0.4 mi from the route); Teatro José Rosas Moreno (opera house, mile 239, 0.3 mi from the route); Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (museum, mile 239, 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.