Driving from Buenaventura to Popayán
Popayán lies 167 km (104 mi) south of Buenaventura, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 33 min without stops, over roughly 204 km (126 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Buenaventura | Popayán | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 240,387 | 318,059 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 1,725 m (5,659 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 764501–764517 | 190001–190018 |
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Common questions
How far is Popayán from Buenaventura?
167 km (104 mi) in a straight line, south of Buenaventura; by road roughly 204 km (126 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buenaventura to Popayán by car?
About 2 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buenaventura and Popayán?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.