Reñaca to Punta de Choros is about 328 road miles (528 km): roughly 7 h 11 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
Full advisory: Chile. Advisory issued: Chile August 19, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Chile: “Use caution when walking or driving at night, especially if alone.”
| Total distance | 328 mi (528 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 7 h 11 min |
| Main roads, in order | E-30-F → F-190 → F-20 → D-110-C |
| Regions on the route | Valparaíso, Coquimbo |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 13.1 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
Driving Reñaca to Punta de Choros: the shape of the trip
D-110-C (24 mi) and F-20 (15 mi) carry about 12% of the 328 miles. It runs through 2 regions: Valparaíso, Coquimbo. Of the 5 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Reñaca and Punta de Choros
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–6 | 6 | Valparaíso |
| E-30-F | 6–10 | 4 | Valparaíso |
| connecting roads | 10–12 | 2 | Valparaíso |
| F-190 | 12–22 | 10 | Valparaíso |
| F-20 | 22–37 | 15 | Valparaíso |
| local roads | 37–302 | 265 | Valparaíso, Coquimbo |
| connecting roads | 302–303 | 1 | Coquimbo |
| D-110-C | 303–327 | 24 | Coquimbo |
| local roads | 327–328 | 1 | Coquimbo |
- Mile 86 of this route: Valparaíso → Coquimbo (region line)
Places worth a stop between Reñaca and Punta de Choros
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Parque Japonés de La Serena (mile 256), Museo Histórico Gabriel González Videla (mile 256)
- Nature and outdoors: Bosque de Fray Jorge National Park (mile 197), Parque Japonés de La Serena (mile 256)
- Museums and history: Faro Punta Tortuga (mile 249), Museo Cardenal Jorge Medina Estévez (mile 251), Museo Histórico Gabriel González Videla (mile 256)
Bosque de Fray Jorge National Park
Near Ovalle in Chile's semi-arid north, Fray Jorge National Park shelters a fog-fed forest of species typical of southern Chile, such as olivillo and canelo. A short marked loop trail winds through it, and the park is a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
Faro Punta Tortuga
Punta Tortuga Lighthouse in Coquimbo was inaugurated on June 1, 1886, and is named for the point's turtle-like shape seen when entering Coquimbo Bay from the sea. It is still staffed.
Museo Cardenal Jorge Medina Estévez
Set behind the main altar of the Third Millennium Cross on El Vigía hill in Coquimbo, this museum is named for the Chilean cardinal Jorge Medina Estévez.
Parque Japonés de La Serena
Opened in 1994, La Serena's Japanese Park (Parque Jardín del Corazón) is a Japan-themed garden with plant and animal species from that country.
Museo Histórico Gabriel González Videla
Facing the Plaza de Armas in La Serena, this history museum honors former Chilean president Gabriel González Videla, a native of the city, and shows permanent exhibits including works by Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró.
More drives to Punta de Choros
- Vicuña to Punta de Choros
- Valparaíso to Punta de Choros
- Viña del Mar to Punta de Choros
- Santiago, Chile to Punta de Choros
- El Colorado to Punta de Choros
- Valle Nevado to Punta de Choros
From Reñaca to other places in Chile
- Reñaca to Vicuña
- Reñaca to Pisco Elqui
- Reñaca to Quintay
- Reñaca to Valle Nevado
- Reñaca to San Agustín de Valle Fértil, Argentina
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Reñaca to Punta de Choros?
About 7 h 11 min of driving without stops, over 328 miles.
What is the driving distance from Reñaca to Punta de Choros?
About 328 miles (528 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Is it safe to drive from Reñaca to Punta de Choros?
The U.S. State Department rates Chile Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Reñaca to Punta de Choros?
In order: E-30-F, F-190, F-20 and D-110-C. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Reñaca and Punta de Choros?
Closest to the road: Museo Cardenal Jorge Medina Estévez (history museum, mile 251, 1 mi from the route); Parque Japonés de La Serena (park, mile 256, 0.1 mi from the route); Museo Histórico Gabriel González Videla (history museum, mile 256, 0.2 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.