Arequipa to Lima Bus

Q: What is the distance between Arequipa and Lima?

The distance between these two places is a total of 1012 km.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 18:00 hours.

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

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €28.

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

The average number of daily departures is 31. 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 Arequipa to Lima?

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

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

All the buses 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 do I get from Arequipa to Lima by bus?

To travel from Arequipa to Lima by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Arequipa to Lima?

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

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Arequipa?

The earliest is at 12:00 and the latest is at 21:00.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Arequipa to Lima?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Arequipa to Lima Route Summary

Arequipa to Lima bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 31 daily bus departures available, including 31 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Arequipa bus station at 12:00h, arriving at Lima bus station at 07:30h the following day. While latest bus departs at 21:00h, arriving at 13:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Arequipa, Peru

Arrival station and country Lima, Peru

Travel Distance 1012 km

Average Trip Duration 18h 00min

Total Departures 31

Popular Operators Cruz del Sur, Oltursa

Lowest Price €28

Transportation Options Bus, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Arequipa to Lima:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

19h 30min

07:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Oltursa

from 33.51 HRK

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14:30 Arequipa Bus Station

16h 50min

07:20 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Cruz del Sur

from 41.12 HRK

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15:00 Arequipa Bus Station

20h 0min

11:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Oltursa

from 33.51 HRK

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17:00 Arequipa Bus Station

16h 35min

09:35 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Cruz del Sur

from 59.39 HRK

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17:30 Arequipa Bus Station

17h 0min

10:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Transzela

from 50.22 HRK

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Getting from Arequipa and Lima by bus

The shortest travel distance between Arequipa and Lima is 1012 km. The fastest bus which departs at 21:00 has a travel time of 16:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 20:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Lima earlier, there are 31 night buses from Arequipa to Lima. The overnight buses depart between 12:00 and 21:00 and arrive between 06:30 and 14:30 the following day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 15:36, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

19h 30min

07:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Oltursa

from 33.51 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. May

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14:30 Arequipa Bus Station

16h 50min

07:20 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Cruz del Sur

from 41.12 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. May

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15:00 Arequipa Bus Station

20h 0min

11:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Oltursa

from 33.51 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. May

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17:00 Arequipa Bus Station

16h 35min

09:35 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Cruz del Sur

from 59.39 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. May

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17:30 Arequipa Bus Station

17h 0min

10:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

Transzela

from 50.22 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. May

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Arequipa to Lima route

There is a total of 4 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Cruz del Sur

Oltursa

Transzela

Cruz del Sur

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Arequipa or Lima bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Arequipa

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

Lima

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

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €28 (One-Way) or €56 (Return).

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