Cities Near Mendoza
Cities near Mendoza, Argentina: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including San Martín, San Juan, Los Andes. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Mendoza, Argentina is San Martín, about 25 mi (40 km) away — roughly 48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Martín | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| San Juan | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Los Andes | 103 mi / 166 km | 2 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| San Felipe | 111 mi / 178 km | 2 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Santiago | 112 mi / 181 km | 2 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Puente Alto | 113 mi / 181 km | 2 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| San Rafael | 123 mi / 197 km | 2 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Buin | 125 mi / 201 km | 2 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Peñaflor | 128 mi / 207 km | 2 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Quillota | 141 mi / 226 km | 3 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Mendoza
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: San Martín, San Juan. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Mendoza
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Los Andes, San Felipe, Santiago, Puente Alto, San Rafael. 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 Mendoza include San Martín, San Juan, Los Andes, San Felipe, Santiago. The closest is San Martín, about 25 miles (40 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.