The 1 Best Day Trips from Matanzas
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 1 good day trips from Matanzas, Cuba, led by Havana. The closest is Havana, about 1 hr 15 min by car. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Matanzas at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havana | 82 km W | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Matanzas
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Havana, Cuba
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car82 km west of Matanzas2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for Cristo de La Habana.
Also nearby: Almendares, Diez de Octubre, Arroyo Naranjo, Mantilla, Boyeros, Fontanar, Ciudad Camilo Cienfuegos, San Miguel del Padrón, Centro Habana, Balcón de la Lisa, Plaza de la Revolución, Marianao, Cerro, Guanabacoa.
A sample day trip: Matanzas to Havana
A realistic pace for Havana, 82 km from Matanzas. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Matanzas
- 09:45Arrive in Havana (1 hr 15 min drive)
- 10:00Cristo de La Habana
- 12:00Lunch
- 13:15Explore the old town, markets and cafes of Havana
- 15:45Head back to Matanzas
- 17:00Home in Matanzas
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Matanzas?
- The best day trips from Matanzas are Havana. The closest is Havana, about 1 hr 15 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Matanzas?
- Havana is the closest, 82 km west of Matanzas, roughly 1 hr 15 min by car. Best as a full-day trip.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Matanzas?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Havana at 82 km, around 1 hr 15 min by car.
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