Driving from San Luis to San Rafael
San Rafael lies 237 km (147 mi) south-west of San Luis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 36 min without stops, over roughly 289 km (179 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| San Luis | San Rafael | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Population | 169,947 | 118,009 |
| Elevation | 729 m (2,392 ft) | 690 m (2,264 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/San_Luis) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) |
| Postal codes | 4132–5700 | 4427–5753 |
Where to book car hire from San Luis to San Rafael
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Staying in San Rafael
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Common questions
How far is San Rafael from San Luis?
237 km (147 mi) in a straight line, south-west of San Luis; by road roughly 289 km (179 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Luis to San Rafael by car?
About 3 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Luis and San Rafael?
No, both are on the same offset 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.