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Driving from Petapa to Jalapa

Jalapa lies 63 km (39 mi) east of Petapa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 58 min without stops, over roughly 77 km (48 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

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PetapaJalapa
CountryGuatemalaGuatemala
Population135,447159,840
Elevation1,283 m (4,209 ft)1,360 m (4,462 ft)
Time nowUTC-6 (America/Guatemala)UTC-6 (America/Guatemala)
Postal codes0106621001

Where to book car hire from Petapa to Jalapa

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Staying in Jalapa

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Common questions

How far is Jalapa from Petapa?

63 km (39 mi) in a straight line, east of Petapa; by road roughly 77 km (48 mi).

How long does it take to get from Petapa to Jalapa by car?

About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Petapa and Jalapa?

No, both are on America/Guatemala at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.