Driving from El Progreso to Puerto Cortez
Puerto Cortez lies 49 km (31 mi) north of El Progreso, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 45 min without stops, over roughly 60 km (37 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| El Progreso | Puerto Cortez | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Honduras | Honduras |
| Population | 100,810 | 142,311 |
| Elevation | 48 m (157 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Tegucigalpa) | UTC-6 (America/Tegucigalpa) |
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Staying in Puerto Cortez
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Common questions
How far is Puerto Cortez from El Progreso?
49 km (31 mi) in a straight line, north of El Progreso; by road roughly 60 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from El Progreso to Puerto Cortez by car?
About 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between El Progreso and Puerto Cortez?
No, both are on America/Tegucigalpa at the moment.
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.