Day trip from Port Louis to Vacoas
Vacoas lies 15 km (9 mi) south of Port Louis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 15 km (9 mi) apart, Vacoas is a realistic day trip from Port Louis: about 15 min each way by road.
| Port Louis | Vacoas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mauritius | Mauritius |
| Population | 155,226 | 115,289 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 390 m (1,280 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Indian/Mauritius) | UTC+4 (Indian/Mauritius) |
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Staying in Vacoas
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Common questions
How far is Vacoas from Port Louis?
15 km (9 mi) in a straight line, south of Port Louis; by road roughly 19 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Port Louis to Vacoas by road?
About 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Port Louis and Vacoas?
No, both are on Indian/Mauritius 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.