Day trip from Lima to Huánuco
Huánuco lies 250 km (156 mi) north of Lima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 250 km (156 mi) apart, Huánuco is a realistic day trip from Lima: about 4 h 4 min each way by road.
| Lima | Huánuco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 7.7 million | 196,627 |
| Elevation | 152 m (499 ft) | 1,795 m (5,889 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02250–15088 | 02260–19730 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Huánuco
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Staying in Huánuco
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Common questions
How far is Huánuco from Lima?
250 km (156 mi) in a straight line, north of Lima; by road roughly 305 km (190 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lima to Huánuco by road?
About 4 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lima and Huánuco?
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.