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Driving from Cusco to Juliaca

Juliaca lies 295 km (183 mi) south-east of Cusco, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 4 h 30 min without stops, over roughly 360 km (223 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

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CuscoJuliaca
CountryPeruPeru
Population428,450245,675
Elevation3,312 m (10,866 ft)3,834 m (12,579 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Lima)UTC-5 (America/Lima)
Postal codes08001–0800321101–21104

Where to book car hire from Cusco to Juliaca

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Staying in Juliaca

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Common questions

How far is Juliaca from Cusco?

295 km (183 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Cusco; by road roughly 360 km (223 mi).

How long does it take to get from Cusco to Juliaca by car?

About 4 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Cusco and Juliaca?

No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.

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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.