Driving from Mérida to San Cristóbal
San Cristóbal lies 148 km (92 mi) south-west of Mérida, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 181 km (112 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Mérida | San Cristóbal | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 300,000 | 289,852 |
| Elevation | 1,389 m (4,557 ft) | 692 m (2,270 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
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Staying in San Cristóbal
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Common questions
How far is San Cristóbal from Mérida?
148 km (92 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mérida; by road roughly 181 km (112 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mérida to San Cristóbal by car?
About 2 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mérida and San Cristóbal?
No, both are on America/Caracas 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.