Cities Near Huancayo
Cities near Huancayo, Peru: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Tarma, Ayacucho, Chosica. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Huancayo, Peru is Tarma, about 55 mi (89 km) away — roughly 1 hr 39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarma | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ayacucho | 100 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chosica | 102 mi / 164 km | 2 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chincha Alta | 112 mi / 180 km | 2 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cerro de Pasco | 120 mi / 193 km | 2 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Santiago de Surco | 122 mi / 196 km | 2 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Callao | 129 mi / 208 km | 3 hr | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Pisco | 132 mi / 213 km | 3 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Huaral | 141 mi / 227 km | 3 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ica | 143 mi / 230 km | 3 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Huancayo
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Tarma. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Huancayo
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Ayacucho, Chosica, Chincha Alta, Cerro de Pasco, Santiago de Surco. 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 Huancayo include Tarma, Ayacucho, Chosica, Chincha Alta, Cerro de Pasco. The closest is Tarma, about 55 miles (89 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.