Puerto Plata to Santo Domingo Este by bus
Santo Domingo Este lies 170 km (106 mi) south-east of Puerto Plata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 208 km (129 mi) of road.
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| Puerto Plata | Santo Domingo Este | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Dominican Republic | Dominican Republic |
| Population | 146,000 | 700,000 |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Santo_Domingo) | UTC-4 (America/Santo_Domingo) |
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Staying in Santo Domingo Este
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Santo Domingo Este. Of the 61 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (39). Guests have left 460 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Santo Domingo Este from Puerto Plata?
170 km (106 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Puerto Plata; by road roughly 208 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Puerto Plata to Santo Domingo Este by bus?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Puerto Plata and Santo Domingo Este?
No, both are on America/Santo_Domingo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Santo Domingo Este?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Santo Domingo Este, bookable on this site.
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.