San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya is about 232 road miles (373 km): roughly 4 h 5 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
| Total distance | 232 mi (373 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 5 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-15 → MEX-GUA 10D → MEX-15D → MEX-70D → MEX-200D → MEX-200 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-GUA 10D, MEX-15D, MEX-70D, MEX-200D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 9.3 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
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 San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya drive plays out
MEX-15D (54 mi) and MEX-200D (53 mi) carry about 46% of the 232 miles. It runs through 2 states: Jalisco, Nayarit. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-GUA 10D, MEX-15D and MEX-70D. Of the 7 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEX-15 | 0–27 | 27 | Jalisco |
| MEX-GUA 10D | 27–57 | 30 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 57–111 | 54 | Jalisco, Nayarit |
| local roads | 111–145 | 34 | Nayarit |
| MEX-70D | 145–164 | 19 | Nayarit |
| MEX-200D | 164–217 | 53 | Nayarit, Jalisco |
| MEX-200 | 217–232 | 15 | Jalisco |
- Mile 95 of this route: Jalisco → Nayarit (state line)
- Mile 208 of this route: Nayarit → Jalisco (state line)
Stops between San Luis Soyatlán and Mismaloya
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 76), Ixtlán del Rio (mile 105), Las Glorias Beach (mile 222)
- Nature and outdoors: Rincón de Guayabitos (mile 175), Las Glorias Beach (mile 222)
- Museums and history: Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila (mile 43), Guachimontones (mile 50), National Museum of Tequila (mile 66), Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (mile 76), Ixtlán del Rio (mile 105)
Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila
Around the town of Tequila, the Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of blue agave fields shaped by the plant's use for tequila since the 16th century.
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.
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.
Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería
Agave landscapes and mining are the twin themes of the Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería, an interpretive museum in the municipality of Magdalena.
Ixtlán del Rio
Between roughly 300 BC and AD 600, people made their home at Los Toriles in Ixtlán del Río. Today visitors come for its circular temple, a rare design in Mesoamerica.
Rincón de Guayabitos
Rincón de Guayabitos is a beach town in Compostela, Nayarit, with about two kilometers of shore known for gentle waves, a popular getaway from Tepic and Guadalajara.
Las Glorias Beach
Las Glorias Beach in Puerto Vallarta runs about 3,080 feet between Los Tules Beach and Tranquila Beach.
When you get to Mismaloya
Vallarta Botanical Garden
At about 1,300 feet above sea level near Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Botanical Garden covers 79 acres, 73 of them set aside as a reserve, and has been open to the public since 2005.
More drives to Mismaloya
- San Blas to Mismaloya
- Tepic to Mismaloya
- Tequila to Mismaloya
- Amatitán to Mismaloya
- Guadalajara to Mismaloya
- Ajijic to Mismaloya
From San Luis Soyatlán to other places in Mexico
- San Luis Soyatlán to Temacapulín
- San Luis Soyatlán to Mineral de Pozos
- San Luis Soyatlán to Huasca de Ocampo
- San Luis Soyatlán to Metztitlán
- San Luis Soyatlán to Pinal de Amoles
- San Luis Soyatlán to Boca de Pascuales
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya?
About 4 h 5 min of driving without stops, over 232 miles.
What is the driving distance from San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya?
About 232 miles (373 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 San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya?
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 San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Nayarit Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from San Luis Soyatlán to Mismaloya?
In order: MEX-15, MEX-GUA 10D, MEX-15D, MEX-70D, MEX-200D and MEX-200. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between San Luis Soyatlán and Mismaloya?
Closest to the road: Museo Interpretativo del Paisaje Agavero y la Minería (museum, mile 76, 0.6 mi from the route); Ixtlán del Rio (archaeological site, mile 105, 0.6 mi from the route); Las Glorias Beach (beach, mile 222, 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.