Driving from San José to Villa Nueva
Villa Nueva lies 871 km (541 mi) north-west of San José, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 13 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 1,063 km (661 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| San José | Villa Nueva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Costa Rica | Guatemala |
| Population | 335,007 | 618,397 |
| Elevation | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1,331 m (4,367 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Costa_Rica) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Postal codes | 20102–40602 | 01064 |
What changes when you arrive in Villa Nueva
Crossing from Costa Rica into Guatemala: money changes from the Colon to the Quetzal (GTQ); the dialling code becomes +502; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648801 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book car hire from San José to Villa Nueva
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Staying in Villa Nueva
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Common questions
How far is Villa Nueva from San José?
871 km (541 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San José; by road roughly 1,063 km (661 mi).
How long does it take to get from San José to Villa Nueva by car?
About 13 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San José and Villa Nueva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Villa Nueva?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
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.