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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Cuenca is to bus which costs $65 - $150 and takes 44h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Cuenca is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs $280 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Cuenca?

No, there is no direct bus from Cusco to Cuenca. However, there are services departing from Cusco and arriving at Cuenca via Lima and Chiclayo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 36m.

How far is it from Cusco to Cuenca?

The distance between Cusco and Cuenca is 1415 km. The road distance is 2448.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Cuenca without a car is to bus via Chiclayo which takes 43h 36m and costs $90 - $170.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Cuenca bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cusco to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Cusco to Cuenca is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs $280 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Chiclayo, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 43h 36m.

How long is the flight from Cusco to Cuenca?

There is no direct flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to Cuenca Airport. The quickest flight takes 7h 34m and has two stopovers.

Where does the Cusco to Cuenca bus arrive?

Cusco to Cuenca bus services, operated by CIVA, arrive at Lima station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Cuenca is 2448 km. It takes approximately 38h 19m to drive from Cusco to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 248+ hotels available in Cuenca.

Cusco to Cuenca - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Cuenca (CUE), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 8 ways to get from Cusco to Cuenca 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 to Cuenca
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Cuenca (CUE)plane CUZ - CUE
7h 34m
$280–650
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tumbesbus
3. Take the bus from Huaquillas to Cuencabus
44h 5m
$67–148
Bus via Chiclayo
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Limabus
2. Take the bus from Lima to Chiclayobus
3. Take the bus from Chiclayo to Cuencabus
43h 36m
$94–169
Drive 2,448.2 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Cuencacar 2,448.2 km
38h 19m
$368–532
Fly to Tumbes, bus
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tumbes (TBP)plane CUZ - TBP
2. Take the bus from Huaquillas to Cuencabus
9h 23m
$95–329
Fly to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE)plane CUZ - GYE
2. Take the taxi from Guayaquil-Airport-GYE to Cuencataxi
7h 44m
$307–624
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Lima Javier Pradobus
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus
2d 2h
$91–216
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus
2d 8h
$150–224

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

22Weekly Planes

10h 38mAverage Duration

$178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,414.6 km
Duration: 7h 34m

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

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Cuenca (CUE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cusco to Cuenca via Lima, Lima, and Chiclayo in around 43h 36m.

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