Day trip from Barquisimeto to Punto Fijo
Punto Fijo lies 203 km (126 mi) north-west of Barquisimeto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 203 km (126 mi) apart, Punto Fijo is a realistic day trip from Barquisimeto: about 3 h 18 min each way by road.
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| Barquisimeto | Punto Fijo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.2 million | 141,729 |
| Elevation | 606 m (1,988 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
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Common questions
How far is Punto Fijo from Barquisimeto?
203 km (126 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Barquisimeto; by road roughly 248 km (154 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barquisimeto to Punto Fijo by road?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barquisimeto and Punto Fijo?
No, both are on America/Caracas at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.