Mar del Plata to San Rafael by train
San Rafael lies 1,036 km (643 mi) west of Mar del Plata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 53 min at the speeds typical of Argentina rail, over roughly 1,263 km (785 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Mar del Plata | San Rafael | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Population | 593,337 | 118,009 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 690 m (2,264 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) |
| Stations on record | none listed | San Rafael train station |
| Postal codes | 7600 | 4427–5753 |
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Common questions
How far is San Rafael from Mar del Plata?
1,036 km (643 mi) in a straight line, west of Mar del Plata; by road roughly 1,263 km (785 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mar del Plata to San Rafael by train?
About 14 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mar del Plata and San Rafael?
No, both are on the same offset 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 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.