Banobras Opens Tepic–Compostela Highway in Western Mexico

The Government of Mexico, through the National Bank of Public Works and Services (Banobras), has inaugurated the Tepic–Compostela highway segment, a strategic project aimed at strengthening connectivity and economic development in Nayarit.

“With projects like this, Banobras contributes to strengthening national infrastructure, promoting social well-being, and reaffirming its commitment to shared prosperity,” says Jorge Mendoza, Director General, Banobras.

Mendoza also highlights that the new highway will significantly benefit over 490,000 residents of the municipalities of Tepic, Xalisco, and Compostela, providing a modern, safe, and efficient route for the movement of people and goods.

The project was developed under the innovative Construction, Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Operation (CMRO) model, with an investment of MX$4.21 billion (US$227 million) financed by the National Infrastructure Fund (FONADIN).

The 26km highway is part of the federal government’s broader plan to expand and modernize Mexico’s road network through a comprehensive approach to connectivity, efficiency, and well-being.

The segment includes 10 bridges, two interchanges, one tunnel, 12 underpasses, six overpasses for machinery, three vehicle overpasses, two rail overpasses, and one toll plaza. It is expected to serve an average daily traffic volume of 6,400 vehicles, cutting travel time between Tepic and Compostela in half and saving approximately 35 minutes per trip.

During its initial phase, the Tepic-Compostela Highway will operate toll-free until Jan. 8, 2026, facilitating the integration of local communities and regional economic activities.

The project is part of the Highway Program of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transport (SICT) and complements other operational segments, including Compostela–Las Varas (29.4km), inaugurated in March 2024, and Jala-Compostela (54km) along with the Compostela Spur (13km). Together, these developments form a key transportation corridor linking Nayarit and Jalisco, improving logistics efficiency, road safety, and access to goods and services.

Banobras maintains, rehabilitates, and operates 13 segments of Mexico’s federal highway network, as well as the Insurgente Train in the Mexico City-State of Mexico Interurban Zone.