Driving from Medellín to Florencia
Florencia lies 515 km (320 mi) south of Medellín, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 51 min without stops, over roughly 628 km (390 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Medellín | Florencia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 2 million | 168,346 |
| Elevation | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | 560 m (1,837 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 050001–050048 | 180001–195047 |
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Common questions
How far is Florencia from Medellín?
515 km (320 mi) in a straight line, south of Medellín; by road roughly 628 km (390 mi).
How long does it take to get from Medellín to Florencia by car?
About 7 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Medellín and Florencia?
No, both are on America/Bogota 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.