Day trip from Huaraz to Chimbote
Chimbote lies 127 km (79 mi) north-west of Huaraz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 127 km (79 mi) apart, Chimbote is a realistic day trip from Huaraz: about 2 h 4 min each way by road.
| Huaraz | Chimbote | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 118,836 | 316,966 |
| Elevation | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02001–22255 | 02801–22630 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Chimbote
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Staying in Chimbote
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Common questions
How far is Chimbote from Huaraz?
127 km (79 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Huaraz; by road roughly 155 km (96 mi).
How long does it take to get from Huaraz to Chimbote by road?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Huaraz and Chimbote?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
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 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.