{"id":817,"date":"2020-10-24T14:10:12","date_gmt":"2020-10-24T19:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/de-barranco-y-miraflores-a-lima-centro-rapido-y-barato-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-08-26T11:46:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T16:46:16","slug":"from-barranco-and-miraflores-to-lima-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/from-barranco-and-miraflores-to-lima-center\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get from Miraflores and Barranco to Downtown Lima (Fast &amp; Cheap)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/metropolitano-lima-bus-1.jpg\" alt=\"Metropolitano en Lima\" class=\"wp-image-11248\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering <strong>how to get from Miraflores to Downtown Lima<\/strong> (or from the <strong>Barranco<\/strong> district) in the fastest, safest, and most affordable way, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. Connecting Lima&#8217;s southern tourist area with the <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/historic-center-of-lima-peru\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">capital&#8217;s historic center<\/a> is very easy when you know which transportation options to use. Below, we explain <strong>step by step<\/strong> the best options using the <strong>Metropolitano bus system or a taxi<\/strong> to reach Lima&#8217;s Historic Center quickly and safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-c-mo-llegar-desde-barranco-al-punto-de-encuentro-del-free-tour-en-el-centro-hist-rico-de-lima\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\">How to Get from Miraflores to Downtown Lima?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 1: By Metropolitano (The Most Affordable and Fastest Option)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Metropolitano bus system is the most efficient way to avoid Lima&#8217;s traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boarding stations<\/strong>: Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/rfu6xidgfLT4SbsY6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ricardo Palma Station<\/a> or Benavides Station, both located just a few minutes&#8217; walk from <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/kennedy-park-miraflores-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kennedy Park<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Card and fares<\/strong>: To enter, you need a rechargeable Metropolitano card. The physical card costs S\/ 4.50 (you can purchase a single card and share it with your companions). The fare is S\/ 3.20 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Route to take<\/strong>: Enter the station and board a Line C bus (or an Express service during peak hours) heading north.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arrival station<\/strong>: Get off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HkKvweJHMud9PjJe6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n Station<\/a>. The journey takes approximately 30 to 40 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arriving in the Historic Center<\/strong>: When you leave the station, walk three blocks along Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n until you reach <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/main-square-of-lima-peru\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lima&#8217;s Main Square<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 2: Group Departure from Miraflores (Meeting Point)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to travel with a group and are planning to join the <strong>Lima <em>Free Tour<\/em><\/strong> through the Historic Center, we have a strategic meeting point in Miraflores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Starting point<\/strong>: We meet Monday through Saturday at 10:00 at a <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BQhM7fDfur45aRub9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">strategic meeting point<\/a> near Kennedy Park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How it works<\/strong>: Our guide accompanies the group from <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/things-to-do-in-miraflores-peru\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Miraflores<\/a> to take the Metropolitano buses together to the Historic Center. This is the ideal option if you&#8217;re traveling alone, prefer not to worry about the routes, or would like to chat with other travelers along the way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What to bring<\/strong>: Have S\/ 3.20 in cash (coins) per person ready for the bus fare. Please bring the exact amount, as the guides do not carry change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advance booking<\/strong>: Please note that this departure from Miraflores operates exclusively for the morning Lima Free Tour (10:00). It is essential to <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reserve your spot in the Lima <em>Free Tour<\/em><\/a> departing from Miraflores in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 3: By Taxi or Ride-Hailing App (Uber, Cabify, InDrive)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a direct taxi is the most convenient option if you&#8217;re traveling in a group, carrying luggage, or prefer to avoid public transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: The distance between Miraflores and Lima&#8217;s Historic Center is approximately 9 to 10 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Estimated travel time<\/strong>: The journey takes between 30 and 45 minutes. During peak traffic hours (07:30 to 09:30 and 17:30 to 20:00), the journey can take up to 1 hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Approximate cost:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Cabify, InDrive): The fare ranges from S\/ 40.00 to S\/ 50.00, depending on the time and demand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Street taxi: The standard negotiated fare is usually between S\/ 50.00 and S\/ 60.00.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drop-off point<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To explore the Historic Center: Ask the driver to drop you off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/VbBnScoqTxKcRY588\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Main Square<\/a> (Plaza de Armas), the heart of the city&#8217;s tourist area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">joining the <em>Free Tour<\/em><\/a>: Ask the driver to drop you off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dMGpxHaTUTDxVrgt8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">La Merced Church<\/a> (Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n), just 2 blocks from the Main Square. Our tours depart from this point at 11:00 and 15:00, Monday through Saturday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recommendation<\/strong>: We recommend requesting a ride through an app such as Uber, as it guarantees a fare set before you get in, allows you to track the route in real time, and avoids direct negotiations. If you use a street taxi, always agree on the exact fare in Peruvian soles before getting in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/iglesia-la-merced-lima-centro-historico.jpg\" alt=\" De Barranco y Miraflores a Lima centro\u2014R\u00e1pido y Barato\" class=\"wp-image-12748\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Merced Church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-c-mo-llegar-desde-miraflores-al-punto-de-encuentro-del-free-tour-en-centro-hist-rico-de-lima\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\">How to Get from Barranco to Downtown Lima?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 1: By Metropolitano (The Fastest Option))<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Metropolitano is the best alternative for traveling directly from the bohemian district of Barranco to the Historic Center while avoiding traffic congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boarding station<\/strong>: Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Mof1KKWiBD9HV9bEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Bulevar Station<\/a>, located just a short walk from Barranco&#8217;s Main Square.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Card and fares<\/strong>: Purchase your rechargeable card at the station&#8217;s ticket booths or machines for S\/ 4.50 (the same card can be used for several passengers). The fare is S\/ 3.20 per person per trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Route to take<\/strong>: Board a Line C bus heading north.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arrival station<\/strong>: Get off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HkKvweJHMud9PjJe6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n Station<\/a>. The estimated travel time is approximately 35 to 45 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drop-off point and destinations<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To explore the Historic Center: Walk straight along the Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n shopping passage for 4 blocks until you reach the Main Square (Plaza de Armas).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">taking the <em>Free Tour<\/em><\/a>: Walk just 1 block to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dMGpxHaTUTDxVrgt8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">La Merced Church<\/a>, the meeting point for our tours at 11:00 and 15:00, Monday through Saturday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/iglesia-la-merced-lima-centro-historico.jpg\" alt=\"De Barranco y Miraflores a Lima centro\u2014R\u00e1pido y Barato\" class=\"wp-image-12748\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Merced Church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 2: By Taxi or Ride-Hailing App (Uber, Cabify, InDrive)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a private taxi from the Barranco district is a direct option and ideal if you&#8217;re traveling with others, have limited time, or want to avoid walking to the stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: The distance between central Barranco and Lima&#8217;s Historic Center is approximately 12 to 13 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Estimated travel time<\/strong>: The journey takes between 40 and 50 minutes. During periods of heavy traffic (07:30 to 09:30 and 17:30 to 20:00), the trip can take up to 1 hour and 15 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Approximate cost<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Cabify, InDrive): The fare ranges from S\/ 50.00 to S\/ 60.00, depending on demand and time of day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Street taxi: The agreed fare is usually between S\/ 60.00 and S\/ 70.00.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drop-off point<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To explore the Historic Center: Ask the driver to drop you off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/VbBnScoqTxKcRY588\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Main Square<\/a> (Plaza de Armas), the most representative landmark in the old town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">joining the <em>Free Tour<\/em><\/a>: Ask the driver to drop you off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dMGpxHaTUTDxVrgt8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">La Merced Church<\/a> (Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n), just 2 blocks from the Main Square. Our tours depart from this point at 11:00 and 15:00, Monday through Saturday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recommendation<\/strong>: Since Barranco is slightly farther away than Miraflores, we recommend using a ride-hailing app such as Uber to secure the final fare and monitor your route via the V\u00eda Expresa. If you take a conventional taxi, agree on the total fare before getting in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re wondering how to get from Miraflores to Downtown Lima (or from the Barranco district) in the fastest, safest, and most affordable way, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. Connecting Lima&#8217;s southern tourist area with the capital&#8217;s historic center is very easy when you know which transportation options to use. 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