The Wayro route from Tapalpa to Temacapulín is 160 miles (257 km), about 3 h 37 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 160 mi (257 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 3 h 37 min |
| Main roads, in order | JAL 436 → MEX-54 → MEX-54D → MEX-15 → MEX-15D → MEX-80D → MEX-80 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco (Level 3) |
| Toll roads | MEX-54D, MEX-15D, MEX-80D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 6.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
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 Tapalpa to Temacapulín is like
MEX-80D (33 mi) and MEX-54D (22 mi) carry about 34% of the 160 miles. MEX-54D, MEX-15D, MEX-80D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-54, MEX-15, MEX-80 are free federal roads (libre). None of the 4 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
The route from Tapalpa to Temacapulín, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Jalisco |
| JAL 436 | 1–20 | 19 | Jalisco |
| MEX-54 | 20–30 | 10 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 30–34 | 4 | Jalisco |
| MEX-54D | 34–56 | 22 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 56–73 | 17 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 73–77 | 4 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 77–93 | 16 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 93–96 | 3 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 96–129 | 33 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 129–130 | 1 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80 | 130–134 | 4 | Jalisco |
| connecting roads | 134–137 | 3 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 137–160 | 23 | Jalisco |
Stops between Tapalpa and Temacapulín
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.
Museo de las Artes Populares de Jalisco
Opened on May 31, 2000, in Guadalajara's historic center, this museum researches, safeguards and promotes the crafts and folk art of Jalisco.
Exconvento del Carmen
Built in the 17th century for the Discalced Carmelites, the Ex Convento del Carmen in Guadalajara is now a cultural venue with a long religious history.
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.
More drives to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Arteaga to Temacapulín
- Pabellón de Hidalgo to Temacapulín
- San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes to Temacapulín
- Real de Asientos to Temacapulín
- Pinos to Temacapulín
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Temacapulín
From Tapalpa to other places in Mexico
- Tapalpa to Jalpa de Cánovas
- Tapalpa to Pabellón de Hidalgo
- Tapalpa to San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes
- Tapalpa to Real de Asientos
- Tapalpa to Mineral de Pozos
- Tapalpa to Omitlán
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tapalpa to Temacapulín?
About 3 h 37 min of driving without stops, over 160 miles.
How far is Temacapulín from Tapalpa by car?
About 160 miles (257 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 Tapalpa to Temacapulín?
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 Tapalpa to Temacapulín?
The U.S. State Department rates Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tapalpa to Temacapulín use?
In order: JAL 436, MEX-54, MEX-54D, MEX-15, MEX-15D, MEX-80D and MEX-80. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tapalpa and Temacapulín?
Closest to the road: El Ixtépete (archaeological site, mile 73, 1 mi from the route); Exconvento del Carmen (convent, mile 78, 2 mi from the route); Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (museum, mile 81, 1 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.