Driving from Lima to Puno
Puno lies 866 km (538 mi) south-east of Lima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 13 h 12 min without stops, over roughly 1,056 km (656 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lima | Puno | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 7.7 million | 128,637 |
| Elevation | 152 m (499 ft) | 3,792 m (12,441 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 02250–15088 | 11210–21002 |
Where to book car hire from Lima to Puno
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Staying in Puno
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Common questions
How far is Puno from Lima?
866 km (538 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lima; by road roughly 1,056 km (656 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lima to Puno by car?
About 13 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lima 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.