Day trip from Oaxaca to Orizaba
Orizaba lies 203 km (126 mi) north of Oaxaca, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 203 km (126 mi) apart, Orizaba is a realistic day trip from Oaxaca: about 3 h 18 min each way by road.
| Oaxaca | Orizaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 255,029 | 123,182 |
| Elevation | 1,571 m (5,154 ft) | 1,238 m (4,062 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Postal codes | 21700–94916 | 21130–97710 |
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Staying in Orizaba
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Common questions
How far is Orizaba from Oaxaca?
203 km (126 mi) in a straight line, north of Oaxaca; by road roughly 248 km (154 mi).
How long does it take to get from Oaxaca to Orizaba by road?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Oaxaca and Orizaba?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City 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.