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

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Tarapoto is to bus which costs $30 - $75 and takes 15h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lima to Tarapoto is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs $65 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Tarapoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte and arriving at Tarapoto. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 43m.

How far is it from Lima to Tarapoto?

The distance between Lima and Tarapoto is 629 km. The road distance is 932.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lima to Tarapoto without a car is to bus which takes 15h 43m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Lima to Tarapoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Tarapoto bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lima to Tarapoto?

The best way to get from Lima to Tarapoto is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs $65 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 15h 43m.

Where does the Lima to Tarapoto bus arrive?

Lima to Tarapoto bus services, operated by CIVA, arrive at Tarapoto station.

Can I drive from Lima to Tarapoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Tarapoto is 932 km. It takes approximately 15h 36m to drive from Lima to Tarapoto.

Where can I stay near Tarapoto?

There are 184+ hotels available in Tarapoto.

Lima to Tarapoto - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lima to Tarapoto 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 Tarapoto (TPP)plane LIM - TPP
1h 26m
$70–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tarapotobus Lima
15h 43m
$30–75
Drive 932.2 km
1. Drive from Lima to Tarapotocar 932.2 km
15h 36m
$141–203

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Tarapoto (TPP) flights

89Weekly Planes

1h 29mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lima to Tarapoto.

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Distance: 628.6 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

JetSMART, Sky Airline, and two other airlines fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Tarapoto (TPP) hourly. Alternatively, CIVA operates a bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tarapoto twice daily. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 15h 43m. Turismo Universo EIRL also services this route once daily.

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