Driving from Santiago de Cuba to Havana
Havana lies 761 km (473 mi) north-west of Santiago de Cuba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 11 h 37 min without stops, over roughly 929 km (577 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Santiago de Cuba | Havana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cuba | Cuba |
| Population | 555,865 | 2.2 million |
| Elevation | 33 m (108 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Havana) | UTC-4 (America/Havana) |
Where to book car hire from Santiago de Cuba to Havana
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Staying in Havana
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Common questions
How far is Havana from Santiago de Cuba?
761 km (473 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Santiago de Cuba; by road roughly 929 km (577 mi).
How long does it take to get from Santiago de Cuba to Havana by car?
About 11 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santiago de Cuba and Havana?
No, both are on America/Havana 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.