Lima to Arequipa Bus

Q: What is the distance between Lima and Arequipa?

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

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

The average travel time between the stations is 17:15 hours.

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

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €28.

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

The average number of daily departures is 26. 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 Lima to Arequipa?

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 Lima to Arequipa?

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 Lima to Arequipa by bus?

To travel from Lima to Arequipa 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 Lima to Arequipa?

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 Lima?

The earliest is at 12:00 and the latest is at 20:30.

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

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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Lima to Arequipa Route Summary

Lima to Arequipa bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 26 daily bus departures available, including 26 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Lima bus station at 12:00h, arriving at Arequipa bus station at 06:00h the following day. While latest bus departs at 20:30h, arriving at 14:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Lima, Peru

Arrival station and country Arequipa, Peru

Travel Distance 1012 km

Average Trip Duration 17h 15min

Total Departures 26

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 Lima to Arequipa:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

18h 0min

06:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 33.3 HRK

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13:05 Oltursa Lima Terminal

18h 35min

07:40 Arequipa Bus Station

Cruz del Sur

from 42.37 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

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17:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

19h 0min

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 33.3 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

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17:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

17h 0min

10:30 Arequipa Bus Station

Transzela

from 49.9 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

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19:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

16h 30min

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Cruz del Sur

from 42.37 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

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Getting from Lima and Arequipa by bus

The shortest travel distance between Lima and Arequipa is 1012 km. The fastest bus which departs at 16:00 has a travel time of 15:30h. The longest travel time on the route is 19:00h. 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 Arequipa earlier, there are 26 night buses from Lima to Arequipa. The overnight buses depart between 12:00 and 20:30 and arrive between 06:00 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 Oltursa Lima Terminal

18h 0min

06:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 33.3 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

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13:05 Oltursa Lima Terminal

18h 35min

07:40 Arequipa Bus Station

Cruz del Sur

from 42.37 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

pick a date

17:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

19h 0min

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Oltursa

from 33.3 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

pick a date

17:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

17h 0min

10:30 Arequipa Bus Station

Transzela

from 49.9 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

pick a date

19:30 Oltursa Lima Terminal

16h 30min

12:00 Arequipa Bus Station

Cruz del Sur

from 42.37 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 31. May

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Lima to Arequipa 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 Lima or Arequipa bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Lima

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

Arequipa

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

Cheapest tickets

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

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