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Avg. Bus Duration
:23 hrs 42 mins
Buses depart from
:Lima
Bus arrives in
:Juliaca
Cheapest Bus
:PEN 170.00
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:2
Earliest Bus
:10:45
Last Bus
:19:00
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Juliaca is a city that belongs to the Puno region and is 3824 meters above sea level. It is very popular with tourists due to the February carnivals, in which the Pachamama is celebrated. Juliaca is also known as "The Windy City" due to the prevailing winds. Today it is one of the most important cities for the economy of the region, a role that began since a railway station was built in that part of Peru in 1873. Due to the recently built airport in the region, Juliaca has become a popular tourist destination.
Time of travel from Lima to Juliaca
The travel time between Lima and Juliaca is approximately 21 hours if you go by the shortest route, that is, the one that involves the Panamericana Highway and 1S Highway. This route also crosses excellent points such as Nasca, Chala, and Camana, where you can make a stop if the bus operator allows it.
▶ Royal Inn Hotel Juliaca ★★★
Address: Jr. San Román 158
Price per night: Approx. US$ 75
▶ Hotel San Roman ★★★
Address: Jirón Huancané, Juliaca
▶ Hotel Suite Juliaca ★★
Address: Av. Manco Capac 117, Juliaca
Price per night: From US$ 18
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The distance between Lima and Juliaca is 1268 km approximately.
The trip takes approximately 22 hours and 38 minutes by road.
Currently, there are 6 daily departures. The number of departures may change.
You can go from Lima to Juliaca with Civa and Excluciva.
Civa has the most daily departures from Lima to Juliaca
The departure points are The Atocongo bus station, La Victoria bus station, and the Excluciva Lima bus station.
▶ The Grill Point
- Address: Jr. Unión 113.
- Services: The best thing about this restaurant are the grills, so all tourists should try it.
▶ The Board
- Address: San Román 152
- Services: The traditional grilled chicken can be found here.
▶ Kankacho Ayavireño Doña Julia
- Address: Jirón Mariano Nuñez 538.
- Services: Here you can find different traditional dishes from the city at the hands of the best chefs.
▶ Raymi Cafe
- Address: Pasaje Santa Elisa 117.
- Services: A spacious place with the best environment to spend it with friends.
▶ Macarena Lounge Bar
- Address: Calle Lambayeque 1064.
- Services: It is open most days and has a live band every weekend.
▶ Santa Catalina Main Church: Located in the Plaza de Armas, featuring mestizo baroque architecture.
▶ La Merced Church: Located in Plaza Bolognesi, built with red limestone.
▶ Cerro Huaynarroque Viewpoint / Cristo Blanco: Located at the top of Cerro Huaynarroque, with a white Christ statue and a platform offering panoramic views of Juliaca.
▶ Chacas Lagoon: A natural spot on the outskirts of the city, ideal for walking and enjoying high-altitude flora and fauna.
▶ Santa Bárbara Franciscan Convent: Located on Cerro Hatun Rumi, featuring Romanesque architecture and arched windows.
▶ Plaza Bolognesi: One of the city’s most important squares, frequently visited by tourists. Surrounding it are several useful spots such as restaurants, cafés, and souvenir shops.
▶ Tikonata Island: Accessible by boat in about 25 minutes. A small island where visitors can enjoy natural landscapes, including small beaches.
▶ New Year Party - January 1st: It is the event that starts the new year, making it one of the most important. It is celebrated with fireworks and folk bands.
▶ Juliaqueño Carnival Party - February: As in all of Peru, carnivals begin during February to bring joy to the population. During these holidays there are different dance contests as well as beauty pageants.
▶ Peasant's Day - June 24th: It is an important date in Juliaca's calendar as honor is paid to the figure of the peasant, the one who harvests food for all Peruvians.
To move around Juliaca, the tourist has 2 options: public bus, commonly regulated by the municipality or the authority in charge, or taxi, driven by a citizen who provides the service.
▶ Public bus: It is the most popular way of transporting within the city, as well as being very economical. The fare, also called a ticket, does not usually go up from S/5 per person. The public bus has different stops where it picks up passengers, so the trip can be a bit slow.
▶ Taxi: This is the fastest way of transport within the city. It does not have stops, so it goes straight to the desired destination. You can contact it on the avenue or by calling a company or through an application. The rate here is usually higher, usually exceeding S/10."
Juliaca by bus: Going to Juliaca by bus is one of the most popular routes among young people, especially in February, which is when the carnivals take place. Because of this, the vast majority of transport companies have Juliaca as a destination and it will not be difficult to buy a bus ticket.
If you are visiting Juliaca, you have to taste dishes like:
Chairo: Traditional soup with meat, potatoes, chuño, and vegetables.Some souvenirs you can get in Juliaca are:
- Handmade crafts.
- Coffee.
- Textiles from Uros Island.
- Totora-made baskets.
- Alasitas dolls.
● Civa
● Excluciva
If you like colorful festivals and nature, Juliaca is the place for you. Its ancient traditions that congregate all the citizens and its beautiful landscapes make Juliaca a perfect destination for those who want to relax and have fun.
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Do you want to travel to Juliaca from Lima but it's out of your budget? Don't worry about it. At redBus we have many offers and discounts that you can take advantage of for your vacations, business trips or to visit your family.
Due to the interaction between the cities, you will be able to find tickets from Lima to Juliaca every day. Departures at night are usually cheaper.