Valencia to Maracaibo by train
Maracaibo lies 398 km (248 mi) west of Valencia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 44 min at the speeds typical of Venezuela rail, over roughly 486 km (302 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Valencia | Maracaibo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.6 million | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 547 m (1,795 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Altos de la Vanega |
Where to book trains from Valencia to Maracaibo
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Staying in Maracaibo
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Maracaibo. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 20 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Maracaibo
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Common questions
How far is Maracaibo from Valencia?
398 km (248 mi) in a straight line, west of Valencia; by road roughly 486 km (302 mi).
How long does it take to get from Valencia to Maracaibo by train?
About 5 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valencia and Maracaibo?
No, both are on America/Caracas at the moment.
Where can I stay in Maracaibo?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Maracaibo, bookable on this site.
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.