The Wayro route from Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos is 203 miles (326 km), about 4 h 46 min of driving without stops.
| Distance | 203 mi (326 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 46 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-45 → MEX-49 → MEX-57 → MEX-110 → GTO 100 |
| Mexican states on the route | Zacatecas (Level 4), San Luis Potosí (Level 2), Guanajuato (Level 3) |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 8.1 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
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 Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos is like
MEX-49 (99 mi) and MEX-57 (72 mi) carry about 84% of the 203 miles. The route stays on free federal roads (libre): MEX-45, MEX-49, MEX-57, MEX-110. It runs through 3 states: Zacatecas, San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato. Of the 3 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-45 | 1–18 | 17 | Zacatecas |
| MEX-49 | 18–117 | 99 | Zacatecas, San Luis Potosí |
| connecting roads | 117–119 | 2 | San Luis Potosí |
| MEX-57 | 119–191 | 72 | San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato |
| MEX-110 | 191–197 | 6 | Guanajuato |
| GTO 100 | 197–203 | 6 | Guanajuato |
- Mile 42 of this route: Zacatecas → San Luis Potosí (state line)
- Mile 68 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Zacatecas (state line)
- Mile 86 of this route: Zacatecas → San Luis Potosí (state line)
- Mile 167 of this route: San Luis Potosí → Guanajuato (state line)
Stops between Zacatecas and Mineral de Pozos
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): San Luis Potosí Cathedral (mile 118), Federico Silva Museum (mile 118)
- Nature and outdoors: El Gogorrón National Park (mile 140)
- Museums and history: San Luis Potosí Cathedral (mile 118), Federico Silva Museum (mile 118)
San Luis Potosí Cathedral
San Luis Potosí's cathedral anchors the city's historic center, which UNESCO lists as a component of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro World Heritage Site.
Federico Silva Museum
Opened on September 18, 2003, in San Luis Potosí's historic center, the Federico Silva Museum is devoted entirely to sculpture.
El Gogorrón National Park
Straddling San Luis Potosí and Guanajuato near Villa de Reyes, this national park offers rugged rock formations, mountain scenery and thermal springs, with camping, hiking and mountain biking.
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From Zacatecas to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos?
About 4 h 46 min of driving without stops, over 203 miles.
How far is Mineral de Pozos from Zacatecas by car?
About 203 miles (326 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 Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos?
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 Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos?
The U.S. State Department rates Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel; San Luis Potosí Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Zacatecas to Mineral de Pozos use?
In order: MEX-45, MEX-49, MEX-57, MEX-110 and GTO 100. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles and states for each one.
What are good stops between Zacatecas and Mineral de Pozos?
Closest to the road: Federico Silva Museum (museum, mile 118, 0.1 mi from the route); San Luis Potosí Cathedral (catholic cathedral, mile 118, 0.2 mi from the route); El Gogorrón National Park (National Park of Mexico, mile 140, 11 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.