Day trip from Madrid to Chía
Chía lies 27 km (17 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 27 km (17 mi) apart, Chía is a realistic day trip from Madrid: about 26 min each way by road.
| Madrid | Chía | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 135,000 | 124,309 |
| Elevation | 2,547 m (8,356 ft) | 2,557 m (8,389 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 250030–250038 | 250001–250008 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Chía
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Staying in Chía
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Common questions
How far is Chía from Madrid?
27 km (17 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 33 km (20 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Chía by road?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Chía?
No, both are on America/Bogota 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 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.