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

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Puno is to bus via Arequipa which costs $28 - $130 and takes 18h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lima to Puno is to fly which takes 3h and costs $140 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Puno?

No, there is no direct bus from Lima to Puno. However, there are services departing from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte and arriving at Juliaca via Arequipa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 59m.

How far is it from Lima to Puno?

The distance between Lima and Puno is 898 km. The road distance is 1242.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lima to Puno without a car is to bus via Arequipa which takes 18h 59m and costs $28 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Lima to Puno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Puno bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lima to Puno?

The best way to get from Lima to Puno is to fly which takes 3h and costs $140 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Arequipa, which costs $28 - $130 and takes 18h 59m.

Where does the Lima to Puno bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lima to Puno?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Puno is 1242 km. It takes approximately 16h 52m to drive from Lima to Puno.

Where can I stay near Puno?

There are 12+ hotels available in Puno.

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

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

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 Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL)LIM - JUL
3h
$147–284
Bus via Arequipa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to ArequipaLima
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to JuliacaArequipa
18h 59m
$29–126
Drive 1,242.4 km
1. Drive from Lima to Juliaca1,242.4 km
16h 52m
$187–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lima Atocongo to JuliacaLima
25h 12m
$44–136
Bus via Cusco
1. Take the bus from Lima - Luna Pizarro to CuscoLima
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco to JuliacaJuliaca / ...
29h
$54–84

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) flights

48Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 897.7 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and Puno, Peru?

Sky Airline and LATAM Chile fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Juliaca via Arequipa in around 18h 59m.

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