The Wayro route from Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo is 150 miles (242 km), about 2 h 51 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 150 mi (242 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 51 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-45 → MEX-45D → AGS 20 |
| Mexican states on the route | Guanajuato (Level 3), Jalisco (Level 3), Aguascalientes (Level 2) |
| Toll roads | MEX-45D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.0 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.
What the drive from Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo is like
MEX-45D (90 mi) and MEX-45 (49 mi) carry about 93% of the 150 miles. MEX-45D is a toll highway (cuota); MEX-45 is a free federal road (libre). It runs through 3 states: Guanajuato, Jalisco, Aguascalientes. Of the 3 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-45 | 4–18 | 14 | Guanajuato |
| connecting roads | 18–19 | 1 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-45D | 19–109 | 90 | Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| MEX-45 | 109–139 | 30 | Jalisco, Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 139–142 | 3 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 142–147 | 5 | Aguascalientes |
| AGS 20 | 147–150 | 3 | Aguascalientes |
- Mile 65 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 112 of this route: Jalisco → Aguascalientes (state line)
Stops between Salamanca and Pabellón de Hidalgo
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Irapuato Cathedral (mile 13), Historic centre of Aguascalientes (mile 127), Museo Nacional de la Muerte (mile 127)
- Museums and history: Irapuato Cathedral (mile 13), Historic centre of Aguascalientes (mile 127), Museo Nacional de la Muerte (mile 127)
Irapuato Cathedral
Irapuato's cathedral, dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, dates from the 18th century and has a Baroque facade. It served as the seat of the local parish until 2004, when the new Diocese of Irapuato made it a cathedral.
Historic centre of Aguascalientes
The historic center of Aguascalientes is the city's zone of historic monuments, which INAH has declared part of the nation's heritage.
Museo Nacional de la Muerte
Run by the Autonomous University of Aguascalientes, the Museo Nacional de la Muerte displays objects about death in Mexican culture, drawn from a collection donated by printmaker Octavio Bajonero Gil.
When you get to Pabellón de Hidalgo
Museo de la Insurgencia
Set in a 17th-century estate, the Museo de la Insurgencia opened in 1964 to tell the story of Mexico's independence movement. One hall shows farm, mining and textile tools from hacienda work; another displays everyday objects from past eras.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo?
About 2 h 51 min of driving without stops, over 150 miles.
How far is Pabellón de Hidalgo from Salamanca by car?
About 150 miles (242 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 Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo?
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 Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo?
The U.S. State Department rates Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Aguascalientes Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Salamanca to Pabellón de Hidalgo use?
In order: MEX-45, MEX-45D and AGS 20. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Salamanca and Pabellón de Hidalgo?
Closest to the road: Irapuato Cathedral (cathedral, mile 13, 0.7 mi from the route); Museo Nacional de la Muerte (art museum, mile 127, 0.1 mi from the route); Historic centre of Aguascalientes (historic district, mile 127, 0.2 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.