What is the cheapest way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado is to bus via Lima - Luna Pizarro which costs $45 - $130 and takes 32h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

The fastest way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $85 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Puerto Maldonado?

No, there is no direct bus from Lima to Puerto Maldonado. However, there are services departing from Lima Plaza Norte and arriving at Puerto Maldonado via Cusco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 15m.

How far is it from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

The distance between Lima and Puerto Maldonado is 872 km. The road distance is 1524.1 km.

How do I travel from Lima to Puerto Maldonado without a car?

The best way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado without a car is to bus which takes 25h 15m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Puerto Maldonado bus from?

Lima to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by Cruz del Sur, depart from Lima Plaza Norte station.

Bus or fly from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

The best way to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 25h 15m.

Where does the Lima to Puerto Maldonado bus arrive?

Lima to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by Cruz del Sur, arrive at Cusco station.

Can I drive from Lima to Puerto Maldonado?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Puerto Maldonado is 1524 km. It takes approximately 29h 59m to drive from Lima to Puerto Maldonado.

Where can I stay near Puerto Maldonado?

There are 60+ hotels available in Puerto Maldonado.

Lima to Puerto Maldonado - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 5 ways to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane LIM - PEM
1h 51m
$86–176
Bus via Lima - Luna Pizarro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lima - Luna Pizarro to Cuscobus Lima
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Puerto Maldonadobus Cusco
32h
$50–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Cuscobus Lima
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Puerto Maldonadobus Cusco
25h 15m
$76–106
Drive 1,524.1 km
1. Drive from Lima to Puerto Maldonadocar 1,524.1 km
29h 59m
$230–331
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lima to Puerto Maldonadoshuttle Selva: Puerto Maldonado
35h 59m

Lima to Puerto Maldonado by bus

14Weekly Buses

25h 15mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lima to Puerto Maldonado.

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Distance: 871.6 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and Puerto Maldonado, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Sky Airline fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Puerto Maldonado via Cusco in around 25h 15m.

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