Arequipa to Callao by train
Callao lies 773 km (480 mi) north-west of Arequipa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 11 h 7 min at the speeds typical of Peru rail, over roughly 943 km (586 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Arequipa | Callao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 1.2 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Stations on record | Estación Arequipa | none listed |
| Postal codes | 02174–16300 | 02690–16500 |
Where to book trains from Arequipa 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 Arequipa?
773 km (480 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Arequipa; by road roughly 943 km (586 mi).
How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Callao by train?
About 11 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arequipa 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 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.