Cities Near La Serena
Cities near La Serena, Chile: 9 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Coquimbo, Ovalle, Copiapó. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to La Serena, Chile is Coquimbo, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 22 min by road. Below, 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coquimbo | 6 mi / 10 km | 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ovalle | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Copiapó | 184 mi / 296 km | 4 hr 17 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Chimbas | 195 mi / 313 km | 4 hr 15 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| San Felipe | 199 mi / 320 km | 4 hr 20 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Quillota | 206 mi / 331 km | 4 hr 29 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Los Andes | 206 mi / 332 km | 4 hr 30 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Viña del Mar | 216 mi / 348 km | 4 hr 43 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Villa Alemana | 217 mi / 349 km | 4 hr 44 min | 54 min | Short break |
Day trips from La Serena
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Coquimbo, Ovalle. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
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 La Serena include Coquimbo, Ovalle, Copiapó, Chimbas, San Felipe. The closest is Coquimbo, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.