Day trip from Trujillo to Cajamarca
Cajamarca lies 121 km (75 mi) north-east of Trujillo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 121 km (75 mi) apart, Cajamarca is a realistic day trip from Trujillo: about 1 h 58 min each way by road.
| Trujillo | Cajamarca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 1.1 million | 201,329 |
| Elevation | 31 m (102 ft) | 2,684 m (8,806 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 13001–20230 | 04135–21400 |
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Common questions
How far is Cajamarca from Trujillo?
121 km (75 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Trujillo; by road roughly 148 km (92 mi).
How long does it take to get from Trujillo to Cajamarca by road?
About 1 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Trujillo and Cajamarca?
No, both are on America/Lima 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.