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

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Medellín is to bus which costs $190 - $330 and takes 2 days 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Medellín is to fly which takes 8h 55m and costs $190 - $800.

How far is it from Arequipa to Medellín?

The distance between Arequipa and Medellín is 2570 km. The road distance is 3878.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arequipa to Medellín without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 14h and costs $190 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Arequipa to Medellín, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Medellín bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Medellín?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Medellín is to fly which takes 8h 55m and costs $190 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $330 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Arequipa to Medellín bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arequipa to Medellín?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Medellín is 3879 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Arequipa to Medellín.

Where can I stay near Medellín?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Medellín.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Medellín?

No, there is no direct bus from Arequipa to Medellín. However, there are services departing from Arequipa and arriving at Terminal del Sur via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Rumichaca and Terminal de Transporte Ipiales. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

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

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Fly
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1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE)plane AQP - MDE
8h 55m
$194–770
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Rumichacabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Ipiales to Terminal del Surbus
2d 14h
$198–330
Drive 3,878.6 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Medellíncar 3,878.6 km
2d 9h
$583–842
Bus via Quito
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Limabus
2. Take the bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Lago Agríobus
4. Take the bus from La Dorada, Putumayo to Terminal del Nortebus
3d 12h
$267–387

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) flights

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,570.3 km
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Arequipa, Peru and Medellín, Colombia?

LATAM Chile and JetSMART fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arequipa to Terminal del Sur via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Rumichaca, Terminal Ipiales, and Terminal de Transporte Ipiales in around 2d 14h.

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