The Wayro route from Rioverde to Actopan is 219 miles (353 km), about 6 h 44 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 219 mi (353 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 6 h 44 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-69 → MEX-120 → MEX-85 |
| Mexican states on the route | San Luis Potosí, Querétaro, Hidalgo |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 8.8 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
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 Rioverde to Actopan: the shape of the trip
MEX-120 (74 mi) and MEX-69 (65 mi) carry about 63% of the 219 miles. It runs through 3 states: San Luis Potosí, Querétaro, Hidalgo. Of the 5 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Rioverde to Actopan
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-69 | 1–66 | 65 | San Luis Potosí, Querétaro |
| MEX-120 | 66–140 | 74 | Querétaro |
| local roads | 140–181 | 41 | Querétaro, Hidalgo |
| MEX-85 | 181–218 | 37 | Hidalgo |
| local roads | 218–219 | 1 | Hidalgo |
- Mile 50 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Querétaro (state line)
- Mile 153 of this route: Querétaro → Hidalgo (state line)
What to see on the way from Rioverde to Actopan
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): San Miguel Concá mission (mile 45), Church of San Miguel Arcángel (mile 193), Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 193)
- Museums and history: San Miguel Concá mission (mile 45), Santiago de Jalpan mission (mile 66), Pahñú (mile 154), Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (mile 193)
San Miguel Concá mission
In Arroyo Seco, Querétaro, the San Miguel Concá mission (Misión de San Miguel Concá) is a Mexican architectural complex.
Santiago de Jalpan mission
Built between 1751 and 1758 under Franciscan friar Junípero Serra, the Misión de Santiago de Jalpan is one of five Franciscan missions raised in Querétaro's Sierra Gorda.
Pahñú
Pahñú in Tecozautla is a settlement of the Xajay culture, occupied roughly 300 to 1,100 years ago.
Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Ixmiquilpan's 16th-century Church of San Miguel Arcángel is known for its murals with religious and secular scenes, and for a design that blends European and Indigenous traditions.
Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital
In Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo, the Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital works as both a museum and a cultural center.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Rioverde to Actopan?
About 6 h 44 min of driving without stops, over 219 miles.
What is the driving distance from Rioverde to Actopan?
About 219 miles (353 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 Rioverde to Actopan?
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 Rioverde to Actopan?
The U.S. State Department rates San Luis Potosí Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Querétaro Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Rioverde to Actopan use?
In order: MEX-69, MEX-120 and MEX-85. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Rioverde to Actopan?
Closest to the road: San Miguel Concá mission (mission, mile 45, 0.6 mi from the route); Museo de la Cultura Hñähñu y Centro Cultural del Valle del Mezquital (museum, mile 193, 0.1 mi from the route); Church of San Miguel Arcángel (convent, mile 193, 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.