Day trip from La Rioja to Rawson
Rawson lies 290 km (180 mi) south-west of La Rioja, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 290 km (180 mi) apart, Rawson is a realistic day trip from La Rioja: about 4 h 43 min each way by road.
| La Rioja | Rawson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Population | 178,872 | 130,258 |
| Elevation | 493 m (1,617 ft) | 660 m (2,165 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/La_Rioja) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/San_Juan) |
| Postal codes | 5300 | 6734–9103 |
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Common questions
How far is Rawson from La Rioja?
290 km (180 mi) in a straight line, south-west of La Rioja; by road roughly 354 km (220 mi).
How long does it take to get from La Rioja to Rawson by road?
About 4 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between La Rioja and Rawson?
No, both are on the same offset 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 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.