Ayacucho, Peru to Camaná is about 505 road miles (812 km): roughly 11 h 42 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Peru: Abancay, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, and Huancayo within the regions of Ayacucho, Cusco, Huancavelica, and Junín.
This route passes through or near an area the State Department rates Do Not Travel. Read the full advisory before you plan this drive: Peru. Advisory issued: Peru September 04, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Peru: “Due to road safety risks, U.S. government employees working in Peru are prohibited from nighttime driving.”
| Total distance | 505 mi (812 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 11 h 42 min |
| Main roads, in order | PE-3S → PE-32A → AY-1118 → AY-109 → PE-30A → PE-32 → PE-1S |
| Regions on the route | Ayacucho, Arequipa |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 20.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
On the road from Ayacucho to Camaná
PE-32 (183 mi) and PE-1S (130 mi) carry about 62% of the 505 miles. It runs through 2 regions: Ayacucho, Arequipa. Of the 4 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Ayacucho and Camaná
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Ayacucho |
| PE-3S | 2–23 | 21 | Ayacucho |
| PE-32A | 23–89 | 66 | Ayacucho |
| AY-1118 | 89–129 | 40 | Ayacucho |
| AY-109 | 129–169 | 40 | Ayacucho |
| PE-32A | 169–184 | 15 | Ayacucho |
| PE-30A | 184–190 | 6 | Ayacucho |
| PE-32 | 190–373 | 183 | Ayacucho, Arequipa |
| PE-1S | 373–503 | 130 | Arequipa |
| local roads | 503–505 | 2 | Arequipa |
- Mile 301 of this route: Ayacucho → Arequipa (region line)
Where to stop on the way to Camaná
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Ñawpallaqta, Fajardo (mile 79), Inka Wasi, Ayacucho (mile 275)
- Museums and history: Hatun Usnu (mile 30), Ñawpallaqta, Fajardo (mile 79), Usqunta (mile 144), Inka Wasi, Ayacucho (mile 275)
Hatun Usnu
Hatun Usnu is an archaeological site atop a mountain of the same name in Chiara District, Huamanga Province, Ayacucho.
Ñawpallaqta, Fajardo
Known as the "ancient place" in Quechua, Ñawpallaqta is an archaeological site in Peru's Ayacucho Region, on the border of the Cayara and Huancapi districts in Víctor Fajardo Province.
Usqunta
If you're exploring Peru's Ayacucho Region, Usqunta is one of the archaeological sites you'll find there.
Inka Wasi, Ayacucho
Inka Wasi (Inkawasi) is an archaeological site in Pullo District, Parinacochas Province, in Peru's Ayacucho Region.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Ayacucho, Peru to Camaná?
About 11 h 42 min of driving without stops, over 505 miles.
What is the driving distance from Ayacucho, Peru to Camaná?
About 505 miles (812 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
What does the U.S. travel advisory say about the Ayacucho to Camaná drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Peru Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Parts of this route are in or near areas rated Level 4: Do Not Travel (Peru: Abancay, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, and Huancayo within the regions of Ayacucho, Cusco, Huancavelica, and Junín). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Ayacucho to Camaná?
In order: PE-3S, PE-32A, AY-1118, AY-109, PE-30A, PE-32 and PE-1S. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Ayacucho and Camaná?
Closest to the road: Ñawpallaqta, Fajardo (archaeological site, mile 79, 0.8 mi from the route); Usqunta (archaeological site, mile 144, 1 mi from the route); Inka Wasi, Ayacucho (archaeological site, mile 275, 0.9 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.