How to get from Lima to Huánuco
There are 3 ways to get from Lima to Huánuco: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~55 min). By bus it's about 5 h 25 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 258 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 55 min | 258 km | Airlines: AeroWorld , Star Peru (2I) |
Bus | 5 h 25 minestimated | 335 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 3 h 55 minestimated | 335 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Lima y Huánuco dura aproximadamente 55 min (258 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 5 h 25 min. En auto son unos 335 km por ruta, cerca de 3 h 55 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Lima to Huánuco?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~55 min, by bus ~5 h 25 min and by car ~3 h 55 min.
Are there flights from Lima to Huánuco?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Lima–Huánuco route is operated by AeroWorld and Star Peru (2I) (may vary). The flight takes about 55 min and covers about 258 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Lima to Huánuco?
Flying is much faster (~55 min vs ~5 h 25 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Lima to Huánuco?
It's about 335 km by road, roughly 3 h 55 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Lima and Huánuco?
In a straight line it's about 258 km between Lima and Huánuco.
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