The Wayro route from Saltillo to Nochistlán is 362 miles (582 km), about 7 h 33 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 362 mi (582 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 7 h 33 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-57 → MEX-54 → ZAC 155 → MEX-45D → MEX-45 → JAL 205 |
| Mexican states on the route | Coahuila, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-45D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 14.5 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.
What the drive from Saltillo to Nochistlán is like
MEX-54 (214 mi) and MEX-45 (57 mi) carry about 75% of the 362 miles. It runs through 4 states: Coahuila, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-45D. Of the 5 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Saltillo to Nochistlán
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Coahuila |
| MEX-57 | 1–6 | 5 | Coahuila |
| MEX-54 | 6–220 | 214 | Coahuila, Zacatecas |
| ZAC 155 | 220–224 | 4 | Zacatecas |
| connecting roads | 224–225 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45D | 225–255 | 30 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 255–284 | 29 | Zacatecas, Aguascalientes |
| local roads | 284–288 | 4 | Aguascalientes |
| MEX-45 | 288–316 | 28 | Aguascalientes, Jalisco |
| JAL 205 | 316–358 | 42 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 358–362 | 4 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 55 of this route: Coahuila → Zacatecas (state line)
- Mile 260 of this route: Zacatecas → Aguascalientes (state line)
- Mile 314 of this route: Aguascalientes → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 349 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Places worth a stop between Saltillo and Nochistlán
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Teatro Morelos (mile 299), José Guadalupe Posada Museum (mile 300)
- Museums and history: Historic centre of Zacatecas (mile 227), Guadalupe regional museum (mile 234), Museo de la Insurgencia (mile 278), José Guadalupe Posada Museum (mile 300)
Historic centre of Zacatecas
A rich silver strike led to the founding of Zacatecas in 1546. The city spreads up the steep slopes of a narrow valley, and its historic center is on UNESCO's list.
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
A 17th-century estate has housed the Museo de la Insurgencia since 1964. Beyond the story of Mexico's fight for independence, its halls show hacienda work tools and everyday objects from earlier times.
Teatro Morelos
In downtown Aguascalientes, Teatro Morelos is a neoclassical theater designed and built by engineer José Noriega and opened in 1885. In October and November 1914 it hosted the Sovereign Revolutionary Convention.
José Guadalupe Posada Museum
Aguascalientes is the birthplace of printmaker José Guadalupe Posada, and this museum shows the original signed printing plates he used to create his graphic images.
More drives to Nochistlán
- Tequila to Nochistlán
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Nochistlán
- Zacatecas to Nochistlán
- Fresnillo to Nochistlán
- Durango to Nochistlán
- Mexico City to Nochistlán
From Saltillo to other places in Mexico
- Saltillo to Montemorelos
- Saltillo to Linares
- Saltillo to Ciudad Victoria
- Saltillo to Tampico
- Saltillo to El Salto, Durango
- Saltillo to Nuevo Ideal
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Saltillo to Nochistlán?
About 7 h 33 min of driving without stops, over 362 miles.
How far is Nochistlán from Saltillo by car?
About 362 miles (582 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 Saltillo to Nochistlán?
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 Saltillo to Nochistlán?
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.
What roads does the drive from Saltillo to Nochistlán use?
In order: MEX-57, MEX-54, ZAC 155, MEX-45D, MEX-45 and JAL 205. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Saltillo to Nochistlán?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Insurgencia (museum, mile 278, 3 mi from the route); Teatro Morelos (theater, mile 299, 0.2 mi from the route); José Guadalupe Posada Museum (museum, mile 300, 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 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.