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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes is to bus and train which costs $30 - $650 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Cusco and Aguascalientes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cusco - Wanchaq and arriving at Machu Picchu Pueblo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cusco to Aguascalientes?

The distance between Cusco and Aguascalientes is 104 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Aguascalientes train from?

Cusco to Aguascalientes train services, operated by PeruRail, depart from Cusco - Wanchaq station.

Where does the Cusco to Aguascalientes train arrive?

Cusco to Aguascalientes train services, operated by PeruRail, arrive at Machu Picchu Pueblo station.

Where can I stay near Aguascalientes?

There are 125+ hotels available in Aguascalientes.

Cusco to Aguascalientes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and Train + Bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cusco to Aguascalientes by bus, train, or shuttle

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Plaza Regocijo to Avenida FerrocarrilAeroexpreso
2. Take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu PuebloOllantaytambo / ...
3h 36m
$33–615
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cusco to Aguas CalientesCusco
10h 45m
$25–650
Train + Bus
1. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu PuebloCusco
4h 12m
$60–1,600

Cusco to Aguascalientes by bus and train

245Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.7 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and Aguascalientes, Peru?

PeruRail operates a train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblo every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Inca Rail also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Machu Picchu By Car VIP operates a shuttle from Cusco to Aguas Calientes once daily. Tickets cost $25 and the journey takes 10h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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