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

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Caldera is to bus and train which costs $65 - $90 and takes 45h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lima to Caldera is to fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $150 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Caldera?

No, there is no direct bus from Lima to Caldera. However, there are services departing from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte and arriving at Caldera via Arequipa, Terminal Terrestre Internacional Manuel A. Odría and Terminal Rodoviario de Arica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 55m.

How far is it from Lima to Caldera?

The distance between Lima and Caldera is 1851 km. The road distance is 2386.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lima to Caldera without a car is to bus via Arequipa which takes 38h 55m and costs $70 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Lima to Caldera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Caldera bus from?

Lima to Caldera bus services, operated by Oltursa, depart from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Bus or fly from Lima to Caldera?

The best way to get from Lima to Caldera is to fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $150 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus via Arequipa, which costs $70 - $200 and takes 38h 55m.

Where does the Lima to Caldera bus arrive?

Lima to Caldera bus services, operated by Oltursa, arrive at Arequipa station.

What is the time difference between Lima and Caldera?

Caldera is 2h ahead of Lima. It is currently 1:28 PM in Lima and 3:28 PM in Caldera.

Can I drive from Lima to Caldera?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Caldera is 2386 km. It takes approximately 30h 29m to drive from Lima to Caldera.

Where can I stay near Caldera?

There are 81+ hotels available in Caldera.

Lima to Caldera - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lima to Caldera by plane, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)LIM - CPO
6h 24m
$157–403
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lima 28 de Julio to Tacna
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Internacional Manuel A. Odría to Terminal Internacional Arica
3. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Caldera
42h 50m
$62–189
Bus via Arequipa
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Arequipa
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Internacional Manuel A. Odría to Terminal Internacional Arica
4. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Caldera
38h 55m
$74–199
Drive 2,386.2 km
1. Drive from Lima to Caldera2,386.2 km
30h 29m
$359–519
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tacna
2. Take the train from Tacna to Arica
3. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terminal Caldera
45h 16m
$69–89

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) flights

14Weekly Planes

7h 14mAverage Duration

$138Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,851.2 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile?

LATAM Chile and Sky Airline fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Caldera via Arequipa, Tacna, Terminal Terrestre Internacional Manuel A. Odría, Terminal Internacional Arica, and Terminal Rodoviario de Arica in around 38h 55m.

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