The Wayro route from Parras de la Fuente to Tequila is 537 miles (864 km), about 10 h 36 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 537 mi (864 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 10 h 36 min |
| Main roads, in order | COAH 105 → MEX-54 → ZAC 155 → MEX-45D → MEX-45 → MEX-80D → MEX-15D → MEX-15 |
| Mexican states on the route | Coahuila, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-45D, MEX-80D, MEX-90D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 21.5 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 Parras de la Fuente–Tequila drive in a few lines
MEX-54 (204 mi) and MEX-80D (86 mi) carry about 54% of the 537 miles. It runs through 4 states: Coahuila, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-45D, MEX-80D and MEX-90D. Of the 8 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Parras de la Fuente and Tequila
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Coahuila |
| COAH 105 | 1–78 | 77 | Coahuila |
| MEX-54 | 78–282 | 204 | Coahuila, Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 282–283 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| ZAC 155 | 283–286 | 3 | Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 286–287 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45D | 287–318 | 31 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 318–346 | 28 | Zacatecas, Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 346–350 | 4 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 350–380 | 30 | Aguascalientes, Jalisco |
| MEX-45D | 380–393 | 13 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 393–405 | 12 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 405–406 | 1 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 406–492 | 86 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 492–503 | 11 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 503–513 | 10 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 513–535 | 22 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 535–537 | 2 | Jalisco |
- Mile 117 of this route: Coahuila → Zacatecas (state line)
- Mile 322 of this route: Zacatecas → Aguascalientes (state line)
- Mile 377 of this route: Aguascalientes → Jalisco (state line)
What to see on the way from Parras de la Fuente to Tequila
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Aguascalientes Museum (mile 361)
- Museums and history: Historic centre of Zacatecas (mile 289), Guadalupe regional museum (mile 296), Museo de la Insurgencia (mile 341), Aguascalientes Museum (mile 361), Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (mile 411), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 418), Basílica de San Felipe Neri (mile 497), Universidad de Guadalajara. Museo de las Artes (mile 498)
Historic centre of Zacatecas
Founded in 1546 after a rich silver strike, Zacatecas climbs the steep sides of a narrow valley; its UNESCO-listed center holds an 18th-century Baroque cathedral, colonial convents, the Calderón Theater and the old González Market.
Guadalupe regional museum
Missionaries were once sent north from this former college in Guadalupe, Zacatecas. Today it holds the Museo de Guadalupe and an important collection of painting from the 17th to the 19th century.
Museo de la Insurgencia
Mexico's independence movement is the subject of the Museo de la Insurgencia, opened in 1964 inside a 17th-century estate. Exhibits include farm, mining and textile tools once used in hacienda work.
Aguascalientes Museum
Located in the state capital, the Aguascalientes Museum is the city's art museum, set in the city of Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos
Pilgrims come from far and wide to San Juan de los Lagos to see the small image of the Virgin kept in this cathedral basilica, built between 1732 and 1769. Inside are Gothic-style ribbed vaults and a silver-framed Way of the Cross.
Teocaltitan Archaeological Site
A people who dominated much of Los Altos between AD 400 and 900 built Teocaltitán, near Jalostotitlán. The site's pyramids, sunken patios and ball court cover about nine hectares.
Basílica de San Felipe Neri
Guadalajara's Basilica of San Felipe Neri is a Catholic church built in baroque style between 1752 and 1802 by master builder Pedro José Ciprés.
Universidad de Guadalajara. Museo de las Artes
The University of Guadalajara's Museo de las Artes, known as MUSA, opened on October 10, 1994, and was expanded in 2013.
When you get to Tequila
National Museum of Tequila
The National Museum of Tequila (MUNAT) in the town of Tequila tells the story of the spirit that put this corner of Jalisco on the map. The state government took it back in 2026 and announced a reopening with refreshed exhibits.
More drives to Tequila
- Tepatitlán to Tequila
- San Juan de los Lagos to Tequila
- Aguascalientes to Tequila
- Pabellón de Arteaga to Tequila
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Tequila
- Zacatecas to Tequila
From Parras de la Fuente to other places in Mexico
- Parras de la Fuente to Ciudad Tula
- Parras de la Fuente to Mineral de Pozos
- Parras de la Fuente to Temacapulín
- Parras de la Fuente to Pinal de Amoles
- Parras de la Fuente to Tamuín
- Parras de la Fuente to Pedro Escobedo
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Parras de la Fuente to Tequila?
About 10 h 36 min of driving without stops, over 537 miles.
How far is Tequila from Parras de la Fuente by car?
About 537 miles (864 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 Parras de la Fuente to Tequila?
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 Parras de la Fuente to Tequila?
The U.S. State Department rates Coahuila Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel; Aguascalientes Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Parras de la Fuente to Tequila?
In order: COAH 105, MEX-54, ZAC 155, MEX-45D, MEX-45, MEX-80D, MEX-15D and MEX-15. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Parras de la Fuente and Tequila?
Closest to the road: Aguascalientes Museum (art museum, mile 361, 0.4 mi from the route); Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (basilica, mile 411, 2 mi from the route); Universidad de Guadalajara. Museo de las Artes (museum, mile 498, 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.