Driving from Chimbote to Huancayo
Huancayo lies 498 km (309 mi) south-east of Chimbote, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 35 min without stops, over roughly 607 km (377 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chimbote | Huancayo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 316,966 | 456,250 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 3,596 m (11,798 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02801–22630 | 02320–22510 |
Where to book car hire from Chimbote to Huancayo
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Staying in Huancayo
Our booking partner lists 124 places to stay in Huancayo. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (33), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,863 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Huancayo
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Common questions
How far is Huancayo from Chimbote?
498 km (309 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chimbote; by road roughly 607 km (377 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chimbote to Huancayo by car?
About 7 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chimbote and Huancayo?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where can I stay in Huancayo?
Our booking partner lists 124 places to stay in Huancayo, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.