What is the cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Cusco?

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Cusco is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 45h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuenca to Cusco?

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Cusco is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $230 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Cusco?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Cusco. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Cusco via Chiclayo, Lima and Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 44m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Cusco?

The distance between Cuenca and Cusco is 1415 km. The road distance is 2479.8 km.

How do I travel from Cuenca to Cusco without a car?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Cusco without a car is to bus via Lima which takes 43h 44m and costs $95 - $150.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Cusco bus from?

Cuenca to Cusco bus services, operated by Transportes Azuay, depart from Cuenca station.

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Cusco?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Cusco is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $230 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus via Lima, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 43h 44m.

How long is the flight from Cuenca to Cusco?

There is no direct flight from Cuenca Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 9h 28m and has two stopovers.

Where does the Cuenca to Cusco bus arrive?

Cuenca to Cusco bus services, operated by Transportes Azuay, arrive at Chiclayo station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Cusco?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Cusco is 2480 km. It takes approximately 37h 14m to drive from Cuenca to Cusco.

Which airlines fly from Cuenca Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and LATAM Chile offer flights from Cuenca Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Cusco?

There are 1382+ hotels available in Cusco.

Cuenca to Cusco - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

Q: How long does it take to get from Cuenca to Cusco?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 9 ways to get from Cuenca to Cusco by plane, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Cuenca
best
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)CUE - CUZ
6h 45m
$230–430
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Huaquillas
2. Take the bus from Tumbes to Lima Paseo de la República
3. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cusco
45h 39m
$90–168
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Chiclayo
2. Take the bus from Chiclayo to Lima
3. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cusco
43h 44m
$97–148
Drive 2,479.8 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Cusco2,479.8 km
37h 14m
$373–539
Taxi to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Cuenca to Guayaquil-Airport-GYE
2. Fly from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)GYE - CUZ
7h 36m
$314–635
Bus to Tumbes, fly
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Huaquillas
2. Fly from Tumbes (TBP) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)TBP - CUZ
9h 17m
$122–304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Chiclayo
2. Take the bus from Chiclayo to Lima
3. Take the bus from Lima - Luna Pizarro to Cusco
44h 13m
$95–160
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Lima Javier Prado
3. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Cusco
2d 4h
$93–219
Bus #4
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Máncora
2. Take the bus from Máncora to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
3. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cusco
2d 8h
$124–166

Cuenca (CUE) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flights

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10h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,414.6 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Cuenca, Ecuador and Cusco, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cuenca to Cusco via Chiclayo, Lima, Lima, and Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte in around 43h 44m.

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