Day trip from Chiclayo to Cajamarca
Cajamarca lies 156 km (97 mi) east of Chiclayo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 156 km (97 mi) apart, Cajamarca is a realistic day trip from Chiclayo: about 2 h 32 min each way by road.
| Chiclayo | Cajamarca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 609,400 | 201,329 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 2,684 m (8,806 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 14001–16440 | 04135–21400 |
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Staying in Cajamarca
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Common questions
How far is Cajamarca from Chiclayo?
156 km (97 mi) in a straight line, east of Chiclayo; by road roughly 190 km (118 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chiclayo to Cajamarca by road?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chiclayo and Cajamarca?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
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.