Customers have shared that their journey was generally enjoyable, with an easy experience when taking the bus from Arequipa. However, there were some concerns about not being informed of necessary transfers and additional terminal taxes in Arequipa and Puno. Additionally, users noted a lack of English-speaking staff at these terminals.
We had booked a one-way ticket from Arequipa to Copacabana, but we were informed that the journey would be split into two separate trips.
On the first leg, the bus had no heating, so it was extremely cold. In addition, the bus was quite old, and the suspension was very poor, making the ride extremely uncomfortable. After enduring the freezing conditions on board, we then had to wait for two hours in Puno at 6 a.m. in very cold weather for the second bus.
1 out of 5 stars
Rafael P.
The bus itself is nice, reclines 160°. But the ticket online was wrong, I was supposed to have a direct bus to my destination, but at the bus station they told me they have no direct busses there so clearly the online ticket is wrong.
2 out of 5 stars
Kathia D.
Overall enjoyed our journey but a few things could be improved. Firstly, we weren't told that we had to tranfer busses en route. Secondly, we weren't told that we had to pay a 3sol each bus terminal tax in Arequipa and another 1.90sol each when we made our connecting route from Puno to Copacabana.
The staff at both Arequipa and Puno bus terminals were not very friendly and they didn't speak English.
Our bus terminal in Arequipa was different to the main terminal.
Based on 8099 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Cruz del Sur ticket prices on this trip start at R 445
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Arequipa to Copacabana, BO by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Arequipa to Copacabana?
The cheapest bus tickets from Arequipa to Copacabana start at R 543. The average price for this route is around R 574. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Arequipa to Copacabana?
The average bus journey time from Arequipa to Copacabana is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 264 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Transzela.
Which bus companies service the Arequipa to Copacabana route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Transzela, Cruz del Sur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Arequipa to Copacabana?
The earliest bus departs from Arequipa to Copacabana at 22:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Arequipa to Copacabana?
A bus trip from Arequipa to Copacabana produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Arequipa to Copacabana?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cruz del Sur, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8099 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Arequipa to Copacabana?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cruz del Sur has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Arequipa to Copacabana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cruz del Sur, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Arequipa to Copacabana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Cruz del Sur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from Arequipa to Copacabana, BO was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 542
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You can expect to pay from R 542 to R 542 for a bus ticket from Arequipa to Copacabana, BO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 542, which is on 2025-12-07.
The cheapest trip from Arequipa to Copacabana, BO was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 542
