Lima Bus Guide

Buses from Lima operate in all directions. Below we have analysed all buses from Lima that go to and from the South of Peru, in the main direction towards Cusco (home of Machu Picchu). The main bus routes are Lima to Paracas, Lima to Huacachina, Lima to Arequipa and Lima to Cusco.

Quick Tip: When traveling to and from Lima, the safest, fastest and best option is to travel with Peru Hop. A hop on, hop off bus that allows passengers to choose how long they want to stay in each place. Every trip is accompanied by a guide with optional free stops to help you make the most out of Peru!

Below is a list of the main bus routes from Lima and their schedules. For more information about any specific route, click more details where you will find specific information regarding the route, the best bus companies and what to look out for when choosing what bus company, you will travel with.

Peruvian Borders Officially
Open October 1st 2020!

Book your flights today and travel on the safest travel company in Peru!

FREE Date changes until Dec 2024

Buses to Lima

From	To	Duration	Best Bus Comapnie	More Information
Lima	Paracas	4 hours	Oltursa, Peru Hop	Lima to Paracas
Lima	Ica	5 hours	Peru Hop, Cruz del Sur	Lima to Ica
Lima	Arequipa	16 hours	Peru Hop, Cruz del Sur	Lima to Arequipa
Lima	Cusco	23 hours	Cruz del Sur, Peru Hop	Lima to Cusco
Lima	Puno	21 hours	Peru Hop, Civa	Lima to Puno
Lima	Huacachina	4.5 hours	Peru Hop (Only company)	Lima to Huacachina

Buses From Nazca to Lima

COMPANIES	SCHEDULE	DEPARTURE TIME	DEPARTURE LOCATION	ENGLISH SPEAKING ASSISTANCE	TRIPADVISOR RATING
CRUZ DEL SUR	DAILY	11:00, 12:00, 15:00 , 16:00	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	82%
PERU HOP	DAILY	16:30	HOTEL PICK UP & DROP OFF	YES	98%
TEPSA	DAILY	01:00, 05:45, 07:45, 23:30	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	N/A

Buses From Puno to Lima

COMPANIES	SCHEDULE	DEPARTURE TIME	DEPARTURE LOCATION	ENGLISH SPEAKING ASSITANCE	TRIPADVISOR RATING
CIVA	DAILY	13:30	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	N/A
PERU HOP	DAILY	21:30	HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF	YES	98%
TRANSZELA	DAILY	22:30	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	N/A

Buses From Arequipa to Lima

COMPANIES	SCHEDULE	DEPARTURE TIME	DEPARTURE LOCATION	ENGLISH SPEAKING ASSISTANCE	TRIPADVISOR RATING
PERU HOP	DAILY	05:45	HOTEL PICK UP & DROP OFF	YES	98%
CRUZ DEL SUR	DAILY	15:00, 16:00, 17:30, 18:30, 22:00	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	76%
TEPSA	DAILY	16:30, 20:30	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	N/A

Buses From Ica to Lima

COMPANIES	SCHEDULE	DEPARTURE TIME	DEPARTURE LOCATION	ENGLISH SPEAKING ASSITANCE	TRIPADVISOR RATING
PERU HOP	DAILY	18:45	HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF	YES	98%
CRUZ DEL SUR	DAILY	11:00, 13:30, 17:00, 18:30	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	76%
OLTURSA	DAILY	07:00, 08:30, 19:15	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	66%

Buses From Cusco to Lima

COMPANIES	SCHEDULE	DEPARTURE TIME	DEPARTURE LOCATION	ENGLISH SPEAKING ASSISTANCE	TRIPADVISOR RATING
PERU HOP	DAILY	19:00	PRIVATE TERMINAL	YES	98%
CRUZ DEL SUR	DAILY	14:00, 16:00, 18:00	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	76%
TEPSA	DAILY	12:00, 15:00, 17:00	PUBLIC TERMINAL	NO	N/A

As noted above, buses from Lima operate in all directions to and from Cusco. Whether you start in Lima and make your way to Cusco to visit Machu Picchu, or fly to Cusco first and then make your way back to Lima, it is highly recommended that you visit places like Huacachina Oasis, Paracas and Arequipa (home of the Colca Canyon). Simply choose the best bus company and enjoy this amazing country!

Quick Tip: If traveling to or from Lima Airport, it is strongly recommended to use the luxury Airport Express Lima bus to get to or from your hotel. Safer and cheaper than a taxi with no baggage limit as well as Free WiFi and USB chargers onboard, it is ideal for travelers.