Quillabamba to Sorata, Bolivia is about 505 road miles (813 km): roughly 15 h 49 min at the wheel if you don't stop. You cross from Peru into Bolivia at about mile 406, at Tilali.
Full advisory: Peru, Bolivia. Advisory issued: Peru September 04, 2026; Bolivia August 18, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Peru: “Roads are often poorly maintained and may lack crash barriers, guard rails, signs, and streetlights.”
- Bolivia: “Many drivers ignore traffic signs and rules.”
| Distance | 505 mi (813 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 15 h 49 min |
| Main roads, in order | PE-28B → PE-3S → PU-100 → PE-34B → PU-113 → PU-804 → PE-34H → PE-34I → F16 |
| Border crossing | about mile 406, Peru → Bolivia (Tilali) |
| Regions on the route | Cusco, Puno, La Paz |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 20.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 7 |
Crossing from Peru into Bolivia
The route crosses at about mile 406, at Tilali, from Puno into La Paz. Plan on two checks on each side: immigration for your passport and customs for the car.
| Entering Bolivia (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for tourism or business if you stay less than 90 days in a year. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. |
|---|---|
| Driving in Bolivia | You need both an International Driving Permit and your U.S. license. |
| Entering Peru (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for tourist stays of 90 days or less; border officials set your length of stay. Passport: must be valid for at least 6 months after you enter; you need an entry record, such as a passport stamp, even at remote land crossings. |
| Driving in Peru | A U.S. license works for up to 180 days; an International Driving Permit is suggested. |
| Rental car | Cross only if the rental company authorizes it in writing and gives you the papers for the border; ask before you book. |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Bolivia (updated May 07, 2026); U.S. State Department, Peru (updated August 20, 2026). Checked October 10, 2026; rules change, so confirm before you go.
How the Quillabamba to Sorata drive plays out
PE-28B (144 mi) and PE-3S (110 mi) carry about 50% of the 505 miles. The first 406 miles are in Peru; the last 99 are in Bolivia. It runs through 3 regions: Cusco, Puno, La Paz. Of the 7 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Quillabamba and Sorata
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE-28B | 0–144 | 144 | Cusco |
| PE-3S | 144–254 | 110 | Cusco, Puno |
| PU-100 | 254–263 | 9 | Puno |
| local roads | 263–291 | 28 | Puno |
| connecting roads | 291–293 | 2 | Puno |
| PE-34B | 293–307 | 14 | Puno |
| connecting roads | 307–308 | 1 | Puno |
| PU-113 | 308–328 | 20 | Puno |
| connecting roads | 328–331 | 3 | Puno |
| PU-804 | 331–342 | 11 | Puno |
| PE-34H | 342–357 | 15 | Puno |
| PE-34I | 357–408 | 51 | Puno, La Paz |
| local roads | 408–432 | 24 | La Paz |
| F16 | 432–474 | 42 | La Paz |
| local roads | 474–505 | 31 | La Paz |
- Mile 235 of this route: Cusco → Puno (region line)
- Mile 406 of this route: Puno → La Paz (international border)
Places worth a stop between Quillabamba and Sorata
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Cochapata (mile 21), Templo del Sol (mile 89), Inkariy Museum (mile 111), Raqch'i (mile 198)
- Museums and history: Cochapata (mile 21), Templo del Sol (mile 89), Ñaupa Iglesia (mile 93), Inkariy Museum (mile 111), Huchuy Qosqo (mile 116), Raqch'i (mile 198)
Cochapata
Cochapata, also spelled Qochapata, is an archaeological site in Peru's Cusco region, located in Huayopata District of La Convención Province.
Templo del Sol
Templo del Sol sits in Ollantaytambo District, about 80 km northeast of Cusco and 40 km from Machu Picchu, at roughly 2,792 meters above sea level.
Ñaupa Iglesia
Near Ollantaytambo, Ñaupa Iglesia is an Inca archaeological site regarded as a huaca and astronomical observatory, where imperial stonework blends with natural rock formations.
Inkariy Museum
A private history museum in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the Inkariy Museum lies in Calca district, in Peru's Cusco region.
Huchuy Qosqo
Huchuy Qosqo is an Inca archaeological site north of Cusco whose Quechua name means "Little Cusco."
Iglesia de la Recoleta
A Catholic church in Cusco, the Iglesia de la Recoleta has been part of the city's Monumental Zone, declared a Historical Monument of Peru, since 1972.
Raqch'i
Raqch'i, in the Vilcanota valley of Cusco's Canchis province, preserves the Inca temple of Wiracocha, about 92 meters long, along with ceremonial spaces and 156 qolqas, or storehouses, built partly of volcanic stone.
More drives to Sorata
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- Písac to Sorata, Bolivia
More drives from Quillabamba
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Quillabamba to Sorata, Bolivia?
About 15 h 49 min of driving without stops, over 505 miles.
How far is Sorata, Bolivia from Quillabamba by car?
About 505 miles (813 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.
Where does the Quillabamba to Sorata drive cross the border?
At about mile 406, from Peru into Bolivia, at Tilali.
What do U.S. citizens need to drive from Quillabamba into Bolivia?
No visa needed for tourism or business if you stay less than 90 days in a year. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. You need both an International Driving Permit and your U.S. license. (U.S. State Department, updated May 07, 2026.)
Is it safe to drive from Quillabamba to Sorata, Bolivia?
The U.S. State Department rates Peru Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Bolivia Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Quillabamba to Sorata use?
In order: PE-28B, PE-3S, PU-100, PE-34B, PU-113, PU-804, PE-34H, PE-34I and F16. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Quillabamba to Sorata?
Closest to the road: Cochapata (archaeological site, mile 21, 0.1 mi from the route); Inkariy Museum (museum, mile 111, 0.1 mi from the route); Raqch'i (archaeological site, mile 198, 0.4 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.