The Wayro route from Sayula to Pinos is 263 miles (423 km), about 4 h 55 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 263 mi (423 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 55 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-54 → MEX-54D → MEX-15 → MEX-15D → MEX-80D → MEX-80 → MEX-51 → ZAC 144 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco (Level 3), Guanajuato (Level 3), Zacatecas (Level 4) |
| Toll roads | MEX-54D, MEX-15D, MEX-80D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 10.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 8 |
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 Sayula to Pinos is like
MEX-80D (101 mi) and MEX-54D (41 mi) carry about 54% of the 263 miles. MEX-54D, MEX-15D, MEX-80D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-54, MEX-15, MEX-80, MEX-51 are free federal roads (libre). It runs through 3 states: Jalisco, Guanajuato, Zacatecas. Of the 8 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Sayula to Pinos, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Jalisco |
| MEX-54 | 1–5 | 4 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 5–7 | 2 | Jalisco |
| MEX-54D | 7–48 | 41 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 48–65 | 17 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 65–69 | 4 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 69–85 | 16 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 85–88 | 3 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 88–160 | 72 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 160–193 | 33 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 193–222 | 29 | Jalisco, Guanajuato |
| MEX-51 | 222–231 | 9 | Guanajuato, Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 231–234 | 3 | Jalisco |
| ZAC 144 | 234–261 | 27 | Zacatecas |
| local roads | 261–263 | 2 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 217 of this route: Jalisco → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 227 of this route: Guanajuato → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 234 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Stops between Sayula and Pinos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 183), Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 184)
- Museums and history: El Ixtépete (mile 65), Basílica de San Felipe Neri (mile 69), Panteón de Belén (mile 69), Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (mile 73), Teocaltitan Archaeological Site (mile 148), Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos (mile 155), Teatro José Rosas Moreno (mile 183), Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (mile 184)
El Ixtépete
Zapopan's El Ixtépete preserves a pyramid built around AD 650-750, during the Grillo tradition, with at least seven superimposed construction phases; the site lies within the Guadalajara metro area near the Periférico and Avenida Mariano Otero.
Basílica de San Felipe Neri
Guadalajara's Basilica of San Felipe Neri is a Catholic church built in baroque style between 1752 and 1802 by master builder Pedro José Ciprés.
Panteón de Belén
A historic cemetery in Guadalajara, Panteón de Belén is known for its legends and offers night tours.
Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque
On Independencia Street in central Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, the Museo Regional de la Cerámica is one of the city's two main ceramics museums, alongside the Pantaleón Panduro Museum.
Teocaltitan Archaeological Site
Near Jalostotitlán in the Los Altos region, the Teocaltitán site holds pyramids, sunken patios and a ball court spread across about nine hectares, built by a people who dominated much of the area from AD 400 to 900.
Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos
Pilgrims come from far and wide to San Juan de los Lagos to see the small image of the Virgin kept in this cathedral basilica, built between 1732 and 1769. Inside are Gothic-style ribbed vaults and a silver-framed Way of the Cross.
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.
Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera
The Museo Casa Agustín Rivera Altos de Jalisco is a museum you'll find in the town of Lagos de Moreno, in the state of Jalisco.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Sayula to Pinos?
About 4 h 55 min of driving without stops, over 263 miles.
How far is Pinos from Sayula by car?
About 263 miles (423 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 Sayula to Pinos?
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 Sayula to Pinos?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Sayula to Pinos use?
In order: MEX-54, MEX-54D, MEX-15, MEX-15D, MEX-80D, MEX-80, MEX-51 and ZAC 144. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Sayula and Pinos?
Closest to the road: Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (museum, mile 73, 1 mi from the route); Teatro José Rosas Moreno (opera house, mile 183, 0.4 mi from the route); Museo de los Altos de Jalisco, Casa Agustín Rivera (museum, mile 184, 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 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.