What is the cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro is to bus and drive and train which costs R$ 950 - R$ 1500 and takes 2 days 19h.

What is the fastest way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which takes 11h 30m and costs R$ 1500 - R$ 3800.

How far is it from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between Arequipa and Rio de Janeiro is 3065 km. The road distance is 3781.4 km.

How do I travel from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro without a car is to bus via Rondonópolis which takes 3 days 1h and costs R$ 2100 - R$ 3600.

How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

It takes approximately 11h 30m to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro bus from?

Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Transportes Reyna, depart from Arequipa station.

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which takes 11h 30m and costs R$ 1500 - R$ 3800. Alternatively, you can bus via Rondonópolis, which costs R$ 2100 - R$ 3600 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro bus arrive?

Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Transportes Reyna, arrive at Puerto Maldonado station.

What is the time difference between Arequipa and Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro is 2h ahead of Arequipa. It is currently 8:50 PM in Arequipa and 10:50 PM in Rio de Janeiro.

Can I drive from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro is 3781 km. It takes approximately 2 days 3h to drive from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro.

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro?

There are 9782+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro.

Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Rio de Janeiro?

No, there is no direct bus from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro. However, there are services departing from Arequipa and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Puerto Maldonado, Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário and Rodoviária de Rondonópolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

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There are 6 ways to get from Arequipa to Rio de Janeiro by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly to Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)plane AQP - SDU
11h 30m
R$1,546–3,754
Bus, drive, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Tacnabus
2. Drive from Tacna to Charañacar
3. Take the train from Charaña to Viachatrain
4. Take the bus from La Paz El Alto to Santa Cruzbus
5. Take the train from Santa Cruz to Puerto Quijarrotrain
6. Take the bus from Corumbá to Terminal Rodoviário de Campo Grandebus
7. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Campo Grande to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus
2d 19h
R$979–1,424
Drive 3,781.4 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Rio de Janeirocar 3,781.4 km
2d 3h
R$2,957–4,270
Fly to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)plane AQP - GIG
11h 36m
R$1,453–2,469
Bus via Rondonópolis
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Puerto Maldonadobus
2. Take the bus from Puerto Maldonado to Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviáriobus
3. Take the bus from Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário to Rodoviária de Rondonópolisbus
4. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Rondonópolis to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus
3d 1h
R$2,133–3,552
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to La Pazbus
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Santa Cruzbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Cruz to Terminal Barra Fundabus
4. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Rio de Janeirobus
3d 6h
R$1,758–2,148

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) flights

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11h 52mAverage Duration

R$1,533Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,065.3 km
Duration: 11h 30m

What companies run services between Arequipa, Peru and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

LATAM Chile flies from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arequipa to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Puerto Maldonado, Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário, and Rodoviária de Rondonópolis in around 3d 1h.

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