How long is the bus trip from Ica to Arequipa?

The typical travel time from Ica to Arequipa by bus is around 13h 25m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Arequipa in about 12h 4m.

How far is Ica from Arequipa?

It's about 521 km (323 miles) from Ica to Arequipa.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ica to Arequipa?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal, in Ica, and end it at Terrapuerto, in Arequipa.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Ica to Arequipa?

The least expensive way to go from Ica to Arequipa would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of $39, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Ica to Arequipa?

Taking the bus from Ica to Arequipa costs on average $50.

Ica to Arequipa Bus Tickets

TodayMar 24

from $46

TomorrowMar 25

from $39

WedMar 26

from $39

ThuMar 27

from $39

FriMar 28

from $39

SatMar 29

from $39

SunMar 30

MonMar 31

from $39

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: March 25 at 6:29pm
Departure city: Ica
Departure location: Terminal
Arrival time: March 26 at 8:32am
Destination city: Arequipa
Destination location: Terminal Terrestre Arequipa
Operated by: Superciva
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 3m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: March 25 at 9:19pm
Departure city: Ica
Departure location: Terminal
Arrival time: March 26 at 9:23am
Destination city: Arequipa
Destination location: Terrapuerto
Operated by: Excluciva
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 4m
Departure time: March 25 at 9:19pm
Departure city: Ica
Departure location: Terminal
Arrival time: March 26 at 9:23am
Destination city: Arequipa
Destination location: Terrapuerto
Operated by: Excluciva
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 4m
Departure time: March 25 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Ica
Departure location: Terminal Ica
Arrival time: March 26 at 12:25am
Destination city: Arequipa
Destination location: Terrapuerto
Operated by: Cruz del Sur
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 25m
Departure time: March 25 at 11:39pm
Departure city: Ica
Departure location: Terminal
Arrival time: March 26 at 11:43am
Destination city: Arequipa
Destination location: Terrapuerto
Operated by: Excluciva
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 4m

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Bus Ica to Arequipa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$50

Average Bus Trip Duration13h 25m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure2:00am

Distance520 km

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Cruz del Sur

4/57,742 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.2

Cruz del Sur is highly praised for its spacious, clean buses and professional staff. Many users appreciate the comfortable seats, punctuality, and overall organization of their service. While most reviews are positive about the travel experience, one user mentioned a delay in arrival despite receiving water and snacks during the journey.

Cruz del Sur Ica Arequipa recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the luxurious seats, general punctuality, and professionalism of the staff. Not enjoyed: I honestly can't think of anything for now, although I'll keep looking.

Hisham K.

January 31, 2025

Seats were cramped, and when passengers in front reclined their seat it was borderline painful. Also there were delays turning a 13hour bus journey into a 26+hour journey. These were known before leaving and not communicated to us.

Brendan M.

October 11, 2024

Awful. Says online the trip is 14 hours. Took over 28 hours to go from Huacachina to Arequipa

Ben B.

October 11, 2024

Peru Bus

4/5646 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2

Excluciva

3.5/5574 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi0.8

According to 33 reviews, Excluciva received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the WiFi. Excluciva ticket prices on this trip start at $56.00

Excluciva (relax) Ica Arequipa recent customer reviews

Late departure but very comfortable seat . Make huge difference . Did not have the same seat than the one I booked.

Charles P.

November 13, 2019

Very comfortable 180 degree seat! Lousy breakfast though, cannot be that hard arranging something a bit better. And no toilet paper, which is really bad.

Agneta L.

October 11, 2019

Bus arrived at Ica Very late and staff did not seem to care about customers

Mohith Kumar K.

March 27, 2023

Superciva

3/5966 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi0.3

According to customer reviews, there are concerns about the service provided by this bus company. Customers have reported issues such as late departures and long delays, which resulted in dissatisfaction. Additionally, some customers mentioned safety concerns due to accidents during the journey. Other complaints include a lack of communication from drivers regarding delays and missing amenities like blankets and wifi information. However, it is worth noting that some positive comments were made about comfortable seats despite certain discomforts experienced on board. Note: The summary contains 87 words which exceeds the maximum limit of 50 words specified in Requirement 7

Superciva Ica Arequipa recent customer reviews

Comfortable seats but the bus was very hot steamy and smelly from the moment we entered

Tara V.

November 7, 2022

I arrived in Arequipa 5 hours later than planned, no communication from the driver about the delay

Azza K.

November 1, 2022

Late departure. We arrived 3 hours later than expected. During the journey there was an accident with another car and it made me worrying about my safety and driver’s ability to do his job safely. No blankets were given. No info about wifi. Generally not happy with their service

Elisavet S.

July 27, 2022

Econociva

2.5/5679 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.4

The bus service has been consistently delayed, with reports of delays up to 1 hour and a half. Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the prolonged travel times, as some trips lasted up to 14 hours.

Econociva Ica Arequipa recent customer reviews

I chose CIVA bus company this time due to the departure time. The bus was dirty, there was no room to move. It was full, no air conditioning and most of the windows didn't open. It was a really bad journey. I won't travel with this company again

Kirst C.

February 6, 2023

The bus line itself was good, bus was clean and comfortable, left on time, staff was good. However, what was supposed to be at max a 12 hour ride, turned into 22 hours because of construction delays and an accident. We sat stopped in the middle of nowhere for hours and hours. It was a night bus so we didn’t bring food for an entire day and it was horrible. Don’t make my mistake, always bring a snack.

Brittany E.

October 11, 2022

Everything was late, didn’t get seats we selected, bud wasn’t clean, stopped on road for an hour and a half

Tyson S.

March 17, 2022

Wayki Bus

2.5/59 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi0

PE Bus Companies: Superciva, Cruz del Sur, Excluciva, Econociva, Transzela, La Veloz del Norte, Oltursa

Ica to Arequipa Buses

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Ica to Arequipa.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Ica to Arequipa, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Ica and Arequipa?

Stops in Ica

A - Terminal

B - Hotel Las Dunas

Stops in Arequipa

A - Terrapuerto

B - Norte Nuevo Terminal

Frequently asked questions on the trip Ica - Arequipa

How long is the bus trip from Ica to Arequipa?
The typical travel time from Ica to Arequipa by bus is around 13h 25m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Arequipa in about 12h 4m.
How far is Ica from Arequipa?
It's about 521 km (323 miles) from Ica to Arequipa.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ica to Arequipa?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal, in Ica, and end it at Terrapuerto, in Arequipa.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Ica to Arequipa?
The least expensive way to go from Ica to Arequipa would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of $39, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Ica to Arequipa?
Taking the bus from Ica to Arequipa costs on average $50.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03-22

$43

03-23

$43

Today

$34

03-25

$38

03-26

$38

03-27

$38

03-28

$38

03-29

$38

The cheapest trip from Ica to Arequipa was searched and found on Mar 24, 2025 with a price of $34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ica to Arequipa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $34 to $74 for a bus ticket from Ica to Arequipa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-03-25.

Usually Cruz del Sur will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Ica and Arequipa!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Ica to Arequipa.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ica to Arequipa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Ica to Arequipa while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Ica to Arequipa: Trip Overview

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Excluciva (relax) Ica Arequipa recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ica - Arequipa

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What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ica to Arequipa?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Ica to Arequipa?

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