Cusco to Arequipa Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Cusco and Arequipa?

The distance between these two places is a total of 305 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Cusco and Arequipa?

The average travel time between the stations is 10:22 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Cusco to Arequipa?

The ticket prices begin from £20.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Cusco to Arequipa?

The average number of daily departures is 18. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Cusco to Arequipa?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Cusco to Arequipa?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Cusco to Arequipa by bus?

To travel from Cusco to Arequipa by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Cusco and Arequipa?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Cusco?

The first bus departs at 19:00, and the last bus departs at 21:00.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Cusco to Arequipa?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Cusco to Arequipa Route Overview

Cusco to Arequipa bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 18 daily bus departures available, including 18 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Cusco at 19:00h, arriving at Arequipa at 05:00h the following day. While the latest bus departs at 21:00h, arriving at 07:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Cusco, Peru

Arrival station and country Arequipa, Peru

Travel Distance 305 mi

Average Trip Duration 10h 22min

Total Departures 18

Popular Operators Cruz del Sur, Oltursa

Lowest Price £20

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Cusco to Arequipa:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

20:00 Cusco Bus Station

10h 15min

06:15 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 30.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

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19:00 Cusco

10h 0min

DIRECT

05:00 Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 24.319 HRK

Best offer on 28. May

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20:45 Cusco

10h 45min

DIRECT

07:30 Arequipa

Transzela

from 29.91 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

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20:00 Terminal Cruz del Sur Santiago, Cusco

10h 0min

06:00 Terrapuerto de Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 27.9551 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

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20:30 Terminal Cruz del Sur Santiago, Cusco

10h 0min

06:30 Terrapuerto de Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 27.9551 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Cusco to Arequipa

The shortest travel distance between Cusco and Arequipa is 305 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 20:30 has a travel time of 10:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 10:45h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Arequipa earlier, there are 18 overnight coaches from Cusco to Arequipa. The overnight coaches depart between 19:00 and 21:00 and arrive between 05:00 and 07:30 the following day. As the travel time between the two stations is 08:52, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can view some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

20:00 Cusco Bus Station

10h 15min

06:15 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 30.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

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19:00 Cusco

10h 0min

DIRECT

05:00 Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 24.319 HRK

Best offer on 28. May

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20:45 Cusco

10h 45min

DIRECT

07:30 Arequipa

Transzela

from 29.91 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

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20:00 Terminal Cruz del Sur Santiago, Cusco

10h 0min

06:00 Terrapuerto de Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 27.9551 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

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20:30 Terminal Cruz del Sur Santiago, Cusco

10h 0min

06:30 Terrapuerto de Arequipa

Cruz del Sur

from 27.9551 HRK

Best offer on 20. Apr

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Cusco to Arequipa route

There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

Cruz del Sur

Oltursa

Transzela

Cruz del Sur

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Cusco or Arequipa coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Cusco

You can see information about the departure station and stops Cusco here

Arequipa

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Arequipa here

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £20 (One-Way) or £40 (Return).

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