Rioverde to Tequila is about 327 road miles (526 km): roughly 6 h 18 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Distance by road | 327 mi (526 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 6 h 18 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-70 → MEX-57D → MEX-80 → MEX-80D → MEX-15D → MEX-15 |
| Mexican states on the route | San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-57D, MEX-80D, MEX-90D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.1 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.
How the Rioverde to Tequila drive plays out
MEX-80D (127 mi) and MEX-70 (100 mi) carry about 69% of the 327 miles. It runs through 3 states: San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Jalisco. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-57D, MEX-80D and MEX-90D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Rioverde to Tequila
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-70 | 2–85 | 83 | San Luis Potosí |
| connecting roads | 85–88 | 3 | San Luis Potosí |
| local roads | 88–91 | 3 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57D | 91–101 | 10 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-70 | 101–118 | 17 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-80 | 118–121 | 3 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-80D | 121–163 | 42 | San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 163–196 | 33 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 196–281 | 85 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 281–293 | 12 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 293–303 | 10 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 303–325 | 22 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 325–327 | 2 | Jalisco |
- Mile 127 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 139 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Tequila
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 172), Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara (mile 289)
- Nature and outdoors: El Potosí National Park (mile 28), Parque Walt Disney (mile 285)
- Museums and history: Federico Silva Museum (mile 80), Museo Laberinto de las Ciencias y las Artes (mile 83), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 172), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 208), Museum of Paleontology of Guadalajara (mile 286), Guachimontones (mile 316)
El Potosí National Park
El Potosí National Park is a protected area in the state of San Luis Potosí, covering about 20 square kilometers.
Federico Silva Museum
Opened on September 18, 2003, in San Luis Potosí's historic center, the Federico Silva Museum is devoted entirely to sculpture.
Museo Laberinto de las Ciencias y las Artes
Built in Parque Tangamanga I and opened on September 4, 2008, the Museo Laberinto de las Ciencias y las Artes is an interactive museum in San Luis Potosí.
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.
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.
Parque Walt Disney
Despite sharing a name with Walt Disney, this recreational space in Guadalajara's Colonia Olímpica has no direct theme tied to Disney's amusement parks.
Museum of Paleontology of Guadalajara
Only a few museums in Mexico are devoted to fossils, and one of them sits in Guadalajara's Parque Agua Azul, where it has welcomed visitors since 2000.
Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara
At a roundabout fountain in Guadalajara, a bronze statue of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, stands on a large pedestal inscribed with the names of 18 notable citizens.
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.
Arriving in 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.
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From Rioverde to other places in Mexico
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- Rioverde to Pabellón de Hidalgo
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- Rioverde to Actopan
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Rioverde to Tequila?
About 6 h 18 min of driving without stops, over 327 miles.
How far is Tequila from Rioverde by car?
About 327 miles (526 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 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 Rioverde to Tequila?
The U.S. State Department rates San Luis Potosí Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Rioverde to Tequila use?
In order: MEX-70, MEX-57D, MEX-80, 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 Rioverde and Tequila?
Closest to the road: Federico Silva Museum (museum, mile 80, 1 mi from the route); Teatro José Rosas Moreno (opera house, mile 172, 0.4 mi from the route); Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara (statue, mile 289, 0.8 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.