Mendoza to San Rafael by train
San Rafael lies 198 km (123 mi) south of Mendoza, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 51 min at the speeds typical of Argentina rail, over roughly 241 km (150 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Mendoza | San Rafael | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Population | 114,893 | 118,009 |
| Elevation | 853 m (2,799 ft) | 690 m (2,264 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) |
| Stations on record | Mendoza train station Belgrano | San Rafael train station |
| Postal codes | 4237–5500 | 4427–5753 |
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Common questions
How far is San Rafael from Mendoza?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, south of Mendoza; by road roughly 241 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mendoza to San Rafael by train?
About 2 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mendoza and San Rafael?
No, both are on America/Argentina/Mendoza 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.