Cities Near Valera
Cities near Valera, VE: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Barinas, Guanare, Mérida. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Valera, VE is Barinas, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barinas | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Guanare | 62 mi / 99 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mérida | 63 mi / 101 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| El Tocuyo | 64 mi / 103 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Carora | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mucumpiz | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| El Vigía | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| San Carlos del Zulia | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cabimas | 94 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Araure | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Valera
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Barinas, Guanare, Mérida, El Tocuyo, Carora. 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 Valera include Barinas, Guanare, Mérida, El Tocuyo, Carora. The closest is Barinas, about 55 miles (89 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.