Driving from Arequipa to Cusco
Cusco lies 322 km (200 mi) north of Arequipa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 393 km (244 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Arequipa | Cusco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 1.2 million | 428,450 |
| Elevation | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) | 3,312 m (10,866 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02174–16300 | 08001–08003 |
Where to book car hire from Arequipa to Cusco
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Staying in Cusco
Our booking partner lists 1,766+ places to stay in Cusco (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 702 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (465), and 9 are five-star. Across 387 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 180,378 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cusco from Arequipa?
322 km (200 mi) in a straight line, north of Arequipa; by road roughly 393 km (244 mi).
How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Cusco by car?
About 4 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arequipa and Cusco?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cusco?
Our booking partner lists 1,766+ places to stay in Cusco, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.