Driving from Popayán to Palmira
Palmira lies 127 km (79 mi) north of Popayán, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 56 min without stops, over roughly 155 km (96 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Popayán | Palmira | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 318,059 | 312,519 |
| Elevation | 1,725 m (5,659 ft) | 886 m (2,907 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 190001–190018 | 763531–763547 |
Where to book car hire from Popayán to Palmira
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Staying in Palmira
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Common questions
How far is Palmira from Popayán?
127 km (79 mi) in a straight line, north of Popayán; by road roughly 155 km (96 mi).
How long does it take to get from Popayán to Palmira by car?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Popayán and Palmira?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.