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

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Tarapoto is to bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 30h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Tarapoto is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $130 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Tarapoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Arequipa to Tarapoto. However, there are services departing from Arequipa and arriving at Tarapoto via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 13m.

How far is it from Arequipa to Tarapoto?

The distance between Arequipa and Tarapoto is 1223 km. The road distance is 1930.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arequipa to Tarapoto without a car is to bus which takes 30h 13m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Arequipa to Tarapoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Tarapoto bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Tarapoto?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Tarapoto is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $130 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 30h 13m.

Where does the Arequipa to Tarapoto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arequipa to Tarapoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Tarapoto is 1931 km. It takes approximately 28h 24m to drive from Arequipa to Tarapoto.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arequipa to Tarapoto?

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Where can I stay near Tarapoto?

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Tarapoto (TPP)plane AQP - TPP
5h 13m
$132–305
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tarapotobus Lima
30h 13m
$61–128
Drive 1,930.6 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Tarapotocar 1,930.6 km
28h 24m
$291–420
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Limabus Lima
2. Take the bus from Lima - La Victoria to Tarapotobus Lima
44h 18m
$159–213

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Tarapoto (TPP) flights

37Weekly Planes

5h 5mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,223.5 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

JetSMART, LATAM Chile, and Sky Airline fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Tarapoto (TPP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arequipa to Tarapoto via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte in around 30h 13m.

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