Piura to Callao by train
Callao lies 856 km (532 mi) south-east of Piura, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 19 min at the speeds typical of Peru rail, over roughly 1,045 km (649 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Piura | Callao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 630,000 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
| Postal codes | 06500–22510 | 02690–16500 |
Where to book trains from Piura to Callao
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Staying in Callao
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Callao. Of the 33 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,066 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Callao from Piura?
856 km (532 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Piura; by road roughly 1,045 km (649 mi).
How long does it take to get from Piura to Callao by train?
About 12 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Piura and Callao?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where can I stay in Callao?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Callao, bookable on this site.
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.