The Wayro route from Tepatitlán to Tequila is 86 miles (138 km), about 1 h 30 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 86 mi (138 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 1 h 30 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-80D → MEX-15D → MEX-15 |
| Mexican states on the route | Jalisco (Level 3) |
| Toll roads | MEX-80D, MEX-90D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.4 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 Tepatitlán to Tequila is like
MEX-80D (38 mi) and MEX-15D (35 mi) carry about 85% of the 86 miles. MEX-80D, MEX-15D are toll highways (cuota); MEX-15 is a free federal road (libre). Of the 5 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Tepatitlán to Tequila, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Jalisco |
| MEX-80D | 2–40 | 38 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 40–53 | 13 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15 | 53–62 | 9 | Jalisco |
| MEX-15D | 62–84 | 22 | Jalisco |
| local roads | 84–86 | 2 | Jalisco |
Stops between Tepatitlán and Tequila
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (mile 51)
- Nature and outdoors: Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (mile 51)
- Museums and history: Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (mile 42), Museo Regional de Guadalajara (mile 46), Guachimontones (mile 75)
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.
Museo Regional de Guadalajara
Facing the Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres in downtown Guadalajara, the Museo Regional de Guadalajara fills a full city block bounded by Hidalgo, Pino Suárez, Liceo and Independencia streets.
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.
Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara
Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara is a public park in Zapopan, Jalisco, that hosts many events, including concerts, outdoor movie screenings and food festivals.
Guachimontones
Near the town of Teuchitlán, Guachimontones is known for its circular structures. INAH describes it as the first large population center in western Mexico, emerging around 1000 BC, with two ball courts and about 40 circular buildings across 20 hectares.
When you get to Tequila
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.
More drives to Tequila
- San Juan de los Lagos to Tequila
- Aguascalientes to Tequila
- Pabellón de Arteaga to Tequila
- Guadalupe, Zacatecas to Tequila
- Zacatecas to Tequila
- Mazatlán to Tequila
From Tepatitlán to other places in Mexico
- Tepatitlán to Pabellón de Arteaga
- Tepatitlán to Pabellón de Hidalgo
- Tepatitlán to San José de Gracia, Aguascalientes
- Tepatitlán to Calvillo
- Tepatitlán to Real de Asientos
- Tepatitlán to Jerez, Zacatecas
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tepatitlán to Tequila?
About 1 h 30 min of driving without stops, over 86 miles.
How far is Tequila from Tepatitlán by car?
About 86 miles (138 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 Tepatitlán to Tequila?
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 Tepatitlán to Tequila?
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 Tepatitlán to Tequila use?
In order: MEX-80D, MEX-15D and MEX-15. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Tepatitlán and Tequila?
Closest to the road: Museo Regional de la Ceramica, Tlaquepaque (museum, mile 42, 1 mi from the route); Exconvento del Carmen (convent, mile 46, 2 mi from the route); Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara (park, mile 51, 0.9 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.