By road, Mismaloya and Chacala are about 76 miles (123 km) apart, or roughly 1 h 30 min of driving.
| Total distance | 76 mi (123 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 1 h 30 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-200 → MEX-200D |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-200D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.1 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 Mismaloya–Chacala drive in a few lines
MEX-200D (49 mi) and MEX-200 (22 mi) carry about 93% of the 76 miles. It runs through 2 states: Jalisco, Nayarit. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-200D. Of the 3 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Mismaloya and Chacala
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-200 | 0–14 | 14 | Jalisco |
| MEX-200D | 14–63 | 49 | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| MEX-200 | 63–71 | 8 | Nayarit |
| local roads | 71–76 | 5 | Nayarit |
- Mile 24 of this route: Jalisco → Nayarit (state line)
Stops between Mismaloya and Chacala
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Las Glorias Beach (mile 9)
- Nature and outdoors: Las Glorias Beach (mile 9), Rincón de Guayabitos (mile 57)
Las Glorias Beach
Las Glorias Beach in Puerto Vallarta runs about 3,080 feet between Los Tules Beach and Tranquila Beach.
Parque Lineal
Parque Lineal is a linear park in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, with a skatepark among its features.
Rincón de Guayabitos
Visitors from Guadalajara and Tepic often head to this Nayarit beach town in the municipality of Compostela. Its shore runs about two kilometers, and the waves tend to be calm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Mismaloya to Chacala?
About 1 h 30 min of driving without stops, over 76 miles.
How far is Chacala from Mismaloya by car?
About 76 miles (123 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 Mismaloya to Chacala?
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 Mismaloya to Chacala?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Nayarit Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Mismaloya to Chacala use?
In order: MEX-200 and MEX-200D. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Mismaloya to Chacala?
Closest to the road: Las Glorias Beach (beach, mile 9, 0.2 mi from the route); Parque Lineal (skatepark, mile 10, 1 mi from the route); Rincón de Guayabitos (beach, mile 57, 2 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.