Callao to Puno by train
Puno lies 875 km (544 mi) south-east of Callao, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Peru rail, over roughly 1,068 km (664 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Callao | Puno | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 1.2 million | 128,637 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 3,792 m (12,441 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Puno |
| Postal codes | 02690–16500 | 11210–21002 |
Where to book trains from Callao to Puno
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Staying in Puno
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Common questions
How far is Puno from Callao?
875 km (544 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Callao; by road roughly 1,068 km (664 mi).
How long does it take to get from Callao to Puno by train?
About 12 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Callao and Puno?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.