What is the cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Lima?

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Lima is to bus which costs $30 - $85 and takes 13h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arequipa to Lima?

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Lima is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $75 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Lima?

No, there is no direct bus from Arequipa to Lima. However, there are services departing from Arequipa and arriving at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 38m.

How far is it from Arequipa to Lima?

The distance between Arequipa and Lima is 782 km. The road distance is 1004.1 km.

How do I travel from Arequipa to Lima without a car?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Lima without a car is to bus which takes 13h 38m and costs $30 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Lima?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Arequipa to Lima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Lima bus from?

Arequipa to Lima bus services, operated by Oltursa, depart from Arequipa station.

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Lima?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Lima is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $75 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $85 and takes 13h 38m.

Where does the Arequipa to Lima bus arrive?

Arequipa to Lima bus services, operated by Oltursa, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Can I drive from Arequipa to Lima?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Lima is 1004 km. It takes approximately 12h 53m to drive from Arequipa to Lima.

Where can I stay near Lima?

There are 2435+ hotels available in Lima.

Arequipa to Lima - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arequipa to Lima by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)plane AQP - LIM
3h 17m
$76–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
13h 38m
$32–82
Drive 1,004.1 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Limacar 1,004.1 km
12h 53m
$151–218
Bus via Arequipa Airport
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Limabus Lima
19h 54m
$94–205

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) flights

150Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 782.4 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Arequipa, Peru and Lima, Peru?

JetSMART, Sky Airline, and LATAM Chile fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) hourly. Alternatively, Oltursa operates a bus from Arequipa to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte hourly. Tickets cost $28–50 and the journey takes 13h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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