Quick answer
- Where: Peñuelas municipality (south coast).
- Population (2020 Census): 20,399.
- From San Juan: about 1 h 55 / 133.7 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic.
- Directory: eat · stay · tours.
- Claim: add your business.
Peñuelas at a glance
| Best for | South-coast stop between Ponce and Guayanilla |
| 2020 Census population | 20,399 |
| FIPS (county-equivalent) | 72111 |
| From San Juan | about 1 h 55 / 133.7 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic |
| Directory | eat · stay · tours |
Peñuelas is a municipality of Puerto Rico known for south-coast neighbor west of Ponce. Population is the 2020 Census municipio total (public aggregate). This page does not publish personal information about residents or officials.
1. West of Ponce
Peñuelas lies on the south coast just west of Ponce. Many travelers pass through on westbound south-shore drives.
2. Getting there notes
Highway free-flow figures are in the snapshot; allow extra time on local roads.
3. Claim CTA
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Where to eat and stay
Browse places to eat · places to stay · tours · attractions.
Getting there
- Map: interactive map.
- Distances: driving distances tool.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Peñuelas, Puerto Rico?
Peñuelas is a municipality in Puerto Rico’s south coast. From San Juan: about 1 h 55 / 133.7 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic. See the map.
What is Peñuelas known for?
Best for: South-coast stop between Ponce and Guayanilla.
How do I list my business?
Sources we checked
Checked in November 2026. Where a fact could not be confirmed against a primary source, we removed it or said so.
Originally published on PuertoRico.com (2026-11-02). Reviewed and updated November 2026: facts were checked against the sources above.