Cities Near Huaraz
Cities near Huaraz, Peru: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Chimbote, Huánuco, Tingo María. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Huaraz, Peru is Chimbote, about 78 mi (125 km) away — roughly 1 hr 49 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chimbote | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huánuco | 92 mi / 148 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tingo María | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huacho | 109 mi / 176 km | 2 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cerro de Pasco | 117 mi / 188 km | 2 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huaral | 138 mi / 222 km | 3 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Trujillo | 142 mi / 228 km | 3 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Chosica | 176 mi / 283 km | 4 hr 5 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Cajamarca | 176 mi / 284 km | 4 hr 6 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Callao | 177 mi / 285 km | 4 hr 7 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Huaraz
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Chimbote, Huánuco. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Huaraz
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Tingo María, Huacho, Cerro de Pasco, Huaral, Trujillo. 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 Huaraz include Chimbote, Huánuco, Tingo María, Huacho, Cerro de Pasco. The closest is Chimbote, about 78 miles (125 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.