Bogotá to Lima, Peru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bogotá from Lima, Peru?

The distance from Bogotá to Lima, Peru is 1175.7 miles (1892.1 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Peru is located S of Bogotá. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1774.3 miles, taking about 42h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 52min. Bogotá is in Colombia, while Lima, Peru is in Peru.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bogotá and Lima, Peru. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.