Driving from Jalapa to Puerto Barrios
Puerto Barrios lies 193 km (120 mi) north-east of Jalapa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 56 min without stops, over roughly 235 km (146 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Jalapa | Puerto Barrios | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Guatemala |
| Population | 159,840 | 100,593 |
| Elevation | 1,360 m (4,462 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Postal codes | 21001 | 18001 |
Where to book car hire from Jalapa to Puerto Barrios
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Staying in Puerto Barrios
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Common questions
How far is Puerto Barrios from Jalapa?
193 km (120 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jalapa; by road roughly 235 km (146 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jalapa to Puerto Barrios by car?
About 2 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jalapa and Puerto Barrios?
No, both are on America/Guatemala 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.