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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Cuenca is to bus via Chiclayo which costs $90 - $170 and takes 43h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Cuenca is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 45m and costs $300 - $600.

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 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 54m and costs $270 - $430. 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 8h 6m 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 13m to drive from Cusco to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 465+ 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 54m 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)CUZ - CUE
7h 54m
$270–430
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
2. Take the bus from Lima Paseo de la República to Tumbes
3. Take the bus from Huaquillas to Cuenca
45h 26m
$88–167
Bus via Chiclayo
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Lima
2. Take the bus from Lima to Chiclayo
3. Take the bus from Chiclayo to Cuenca
43h 36m
$93–169
Drive 2,448 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Cuenca2,448 km
38h 13m
$368–532
Fly to Tumbes, bus
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tumbes (TBP)CUZ - TBP
2. Take the bus from Huaquillas to Cuenca
9h 21m
$108–271
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)CUZ - GYE
2. Take the taxi from Guayaquil-Airport-GYE to Cuenca
7h 45m
$301–569
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Lima Javier Prado
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuenca
2d 2h
$92–217
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuenca
2d 8h
$152–225

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

19Weekly Planes

11h 6mAverage Duration

$144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,414.6 km
Duration: 7h 54m

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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