Upata to Puerto La Cruz by bus
Puerto La Cruz lies 346 km (215 mi) north-west of Upata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 27 min including stops, over roughly 422 km (262 mi) of road.
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| Upata | Puerto La Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 112,617 | 370,000 |
| Elevation | 364 m (1,194 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
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Staying in Puerto La Cruz
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Common questions
How far is Puerto La Cruz from Upata?
346 km (215 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Upata; by road roughly 422 km (262 mi).
How long does it take to get from Upata to Puerto La Cruz by bus?
About 6 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Upata and Puerto La Cruz?
No, both are on America/Caracas 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.