Driving from Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz
Puerto La Cruz lies 765 km (475 mi) east of Maracaibo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 11 h 40 min without stops, over roughly 933 km (580 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Maracaibo | Puerto La Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.8 million | 370,000 |
| Elevation | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
Where to book car hire from Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz
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Staying in Puerto La Cruz
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Common questions
How far is Puerto La Cruz from Maracaibo?
765 km (475 mi) in a straight line, east of Maracaibo; by road roughly 933 km (580 mi).
How long does it take to get from Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz by car?
About 11 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maracaibo and Puerto La Cruz?
No, both are on America/Caracas 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.