Cities Near Chimbote
Cities near Chimbote, Peru: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Trujillo, Huaraz, Cajamarca. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Chimbote, Peru is Trujillo, about 74 mi (119 km) away — roughly 1 hr 43 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trujillo | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huaraz | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cajamarca | 133 mi / 214 km | 3 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Huacho | 155 mi / 249 km | 3 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Huánuco | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Tingo María | 177 mi / 284 km | 4 hr 7 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Chiclayo | 182 mi / 292 km | 4 hr 13 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Huaral | 191 mi / 307 km | 4 hr 10 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Cerro de Pasco | 192 mi / 309 km | 4 hr 12 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Callao | 228 mi / 367 km | 4 hr 58 min | 55 min | Short break |
Day trips from Chimbote
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Trujillo, Huaraz. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Chimbote
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Cajamarca, Huacho, Huánuco, Tingo María. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Chimbote include Trujillo, Huaraz, Cajamarca, Huacho, Huánuco. The closest is Trujillo, about 74 miles (119 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.