What is the cheapest way to get from Cusco to El Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to El Alto is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cusco to El Alto?

The fastest way to get from Cusco to El Alto is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and El Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cusco and arriving at La Paz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Cusco to El Alto?

The distance between Cusco and El Alto is 522 km. The road distance is 623.3 km.

How do I travel from Cusco to El Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Cusco to El Alto without a car is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs $35 - $340.

Where do I catch the Cusco to El Alto bus from?

Cusco to El Alto bus services, operated by Kanoo Tours, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to El Alto?

The best way to get from Cusco to El Alto is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $340 and takes 12h 30m.

How long is the flight from Cusco to El Alto?

The quickest flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Cusco to El Alto bus arrive?

Cusco to El Alto bus services, operated by Kanoo Tours, arrive at La Paz station.

What is the time difference between Cusco and El Alto?

El Alto is 1h ahead of Cusco. It is currently 12:45 AM in Cusco and 1:45 AM in El Alto.

Can I drive from Cusco to El Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to El Alto is 623 km. It takes approximately 10h 25m to drive from Cusco to El Alto.

Which airlines fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. offers flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near El Alto?

There are 451+ hotels available in El Alto.

Cusco to El Alto - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, shuttle, and car

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 5 ways to get from Cusco to El Alto by plane, bus, train, shuttle, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)plane CUZ - LPB
1h 15m
$150–650
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to La Pazbus Cusco
12h 30m
$35–340
Train, shuttle, bus
1. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Punotrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to Desaguaderoshuttle
3. Take the bus from Desaguadero to La Pazbus
16h 27m
$413–5,507
Drive 623.3 km
1. Drive from Cusco to El Altocar 623.3 km
10h 25m
$94–136
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Cusco Real Inka Car to Punobus Cusco / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La Pazshuttle Puno / ...
22h 28m
$242–1,117

Cusco to El Alto by bus

14Weekly Buses

12h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cusco to El Alto.

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Distance: 522.2 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and El Alto, Bolivia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Kanoo Tours operates a bus from Cusco to La Paz once daily. Tickets cost $14 and the journey takes 12h 30m. Nuevo Continente Internacional also services this route once daily.

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