Day trip from Cartago to Buenaventura
Buenaventura lies 177 km (110 mi) south-west of Cartago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 177 km (110 mi) apart, Buenaventura is a realistic day trip from Cartago: about 2 h 53 min each way by road.
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| Cartago | Buenaventura | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 134,972 | 432,385 |
| Elevation | 722 m (2,369 ft) | 169 m (554 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 762021–762027 | 764501–764517 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Buenaventura
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Staying in Buenaventura
Our booking partner lists 56 places to stay in Buenaventura. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 2,148 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Buenaventura from Cartago?
177 km (110 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Cartago; by road roughly 216 km (134 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cartago to Buenaventura by road?
About 2 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cartago and Buenaventura?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where can I stay in Buenaventura?
Our booking partner lists 56 places to stay in Buenaventura, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.