The Wayro route from Pinos to Temacapulín is 149 miles (239 km), about 3 h 24 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 149 mi (239 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 24 min |
| Main roads, in order | ZAC 144 → MEX-51 → MEX-80D → MEX-80 |
| Mexican states on the route | Zacatecas (Level 4), Jalisco (Level 3), Guanajuato (Level 3) |
| Toll roads | MEX-80D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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.
What the drive from Pinos to Temacapulín is like
MEX-80D (55 mi) and MEX-80 (33 mi) carry about 59% of the 149 miles. MEX-80D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-51, MEX-80 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: Zacatecas, Jalisco, Guanajuato. Of the 4 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Pinos to Temacapulín, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| ZAC 144 | 1–29 | 28 | Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 29–32 | 3 | Jalisco |
| MEX-51 | 32–41 | 9 | Jalisco, Guanajuato |
| MEX-80D | 41–70 | 29 | Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 70–103 | 33 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 103–129 | 26 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 129–132 | 3 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 132–149 | 17 | Jalisco |
- Mile 29 of this route: Zacatecas → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 37 of this route: Jalisco → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 45 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
Stops between Pinos and Temacapulín
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 79), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 80)
- Museums and history: Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 79), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 80), Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (mile 108), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 116)
Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera
The Museo Casa Agustín Rivera Altos de Jalisco is a museum you'll find in the town of Lagos de Moreno, in the state of Jalisco.
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.
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
Near Jalostotitlán in the Los Altos region, the Teocaltitán site holds pyramids, sunken patios and a ball court spread across about nine hectares, built by a people who dominated much of the area from AD 400 to 900.
More drives to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Arteaga to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Hidalgo to Temacapulín
- San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes to Temacapulín
- Real de Asientos to Temacapulín
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Temacapulín
- Zacatecas to Temacapulín
From Pinos to other places in Mexico
- Pinos to San Luis Soyatlán
- Pinos to Tócuaro
- Pinos to Bernal
- Pinos to Omitlán
- Pinos to Huasca de Ocampo
- Pinos to Chipilo
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Pinos to Temacapulín?
About 3 h 24 min of driving without stops, over 149 miles.
How far is Temacapulín from Pinos by car?
About 149 miles (239 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 Pinos to Temacapulín?
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 Pinos to Temacapulín?
The U.S. State Department rates Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel; 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 Pinos to Temacapulín use?
In order: ZAC 144, MEX-51, MEX-80D and MEX-80. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Pinos and Temacapulín?
Closest to the road: Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (museum, mile 79, 0.4 mi from the route); Teatro José Rosas Moreno (opera house, mile 80, 0.3 mi from the route); Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (minor basilica, mile 108, 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 mile 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 (roughly 2 to 7 miles depending on the type, farther for World Heritage sites): at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, with no more than five of one type, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place and city 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.