Lima to Esmeraldas by bus
Esmeraldas lies 1,475 km (916 mi) north of Lima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 26 h 42 min including stops, over roughly 1,799 km (1,118 mi) of road.
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| Lima | Esmeraldas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Ecuador |
| Population | 7.7 million | 218,727 |
| Elevation | 152 m (499 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Postal codes | 02250–15088 | 080101–080119 |
What changes when you arrive in Esmeraldas
Crossing from Peru into Ecuador: money changes from the Sol to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Where to book buses from Lima to Esmeraldas
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Staying in Esmeraldas
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Common questions
How far is Esmeraldas from Lima?
1,475 km (916 mi) in a straight line, north of Lima; by road roughly 1,799 km (1,118 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lima to Esmeraldas by bus?
About 26 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lima and Esmeraldas?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Esmeraldas?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.