Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

Arequipa Bus Station
Puno Bus Station
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Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station Schedule

Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sur Oriente Sleeper 22:00 - 04:30PEN 48

Transportation from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

Facts about the transport from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport5h 30m
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day5
Distance297 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Lima Tours, Sur Oriente, Transzela

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How to get from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

When you want to get from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 25.12. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.54.

How far is Arequipa Bus Station from Puno Bus Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station. Your trip will be a total of 185 miles (297 km). The flying distance is 114 miles (182 km).

How long does it take to get from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station?

The travel time from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station?

The cost of the trip from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sur Oriente: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 12.54 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 25.12.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station:

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.65 to USD 25.04;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 21.09. From Arequipa to Puno starting from 20:10 Puno Railway Station until 20:10 Puno Railway Station
  • Van price : USD 81.18;

How many trips per day are there between Arequipa Bus Station and Puno Bus Station?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 22:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:30. There are 5 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Arequipa to Puno is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Arequipa to Puno. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Arequipa to Puno.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Arequipa Bus Station to Puno Bus Station? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 53% decided to go for a bus.
  • 44% chosen Bus+Train
  • 3% opted for a van.