Cities Near Palmira
Cities near Palmira, Colombia: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Yumbo, Cali, Puerto Tejada. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Palmira, Colombia is Yumbo, about 13 mi (21 km) away — roughly 45 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yumbo | 13 mi / 21 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cali | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Puerto Tejada | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Guadalajara de Buga | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tuluá | 38 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Buenaventura | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Popayán | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Armenia | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Neiva | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cartago | 88 mi / 141 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Palmira
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Yumbo, Cali, Puerto Tejada, Guadalajara de Buga, Tuluá. 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 Palmira include Yumbo, Cali, Puerto Tejada, Guadalajara de Buga, Tuluá. The closest is Yumbo, about 13 miles (21 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.