Driving from Huaraz to Trujillo
Trujillo lies 228 km (141 mi) north-west of Huaraz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 28 min without stops, over roughly 278 km (173 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Huaraz | Trujillo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 118,836 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02001–22255 | 13001–20230 |
Where to book car hire from Huaraz to Trujillo
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Staying in Trujillo
Our booking partner lists 180 places to stay in Trujillo. Of the 115 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (78), and 1 are five-star. Across 34 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 15,207 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Trujillo from Huaraz?
228 km (141 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Huaraz; by road roughly 278 km (173 mi).
How long does it take to get from Huaraz to Trujillo by car?
About 3 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Huaraz and Trujillo?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where can I stay in Trujillo?
Our booking partner lists 180 places to stay in Trujillo, 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.