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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Lima is to bus which costs $26 - $80 and takes 21h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Lima is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $45 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Lima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cusco and arriving at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Cusco to Lima?

The distance between Cusco and Lima is 592 km. The road distance is 1025.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Lima without a car is to bus which takes 21h and costs $26 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Cusco to Lima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Lima bus from?

Cusco to Lima bus services, operated by Expreso Los Chankas, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to Lima?

The best way to get from Cusco to Lima is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $45 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $80 and takes 21h.

Where does the Cusco to Lima bus arrive?

Cusco to Lima bus services, operated by Expreso Los Chankas, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Lima?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Lima is 1026 km. It takes approximately 17h 36m to drive from Cusco to Lima.

Where can I stay near Lima?

There are 2294+ hotels available in Lima.

Cusco to Lima - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cusco to Lima by plane, bus, 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 Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)plane CUZ - LIM
1h 37m
$47–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
21h
$26–80
Drive 1,025.7 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Limacar 1,025.7 km
17h 36m
$155–223
Bus via Andahuaylas
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Andahuaylasbus Cusco
2. Take the bus from Andahuaylas to Limabus Lima
26h
$39–57

Cusco to Lima by bus

58Weekly Buses

21hAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 592.1 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

JetSMART, Sky Airline, and LATAM Chile fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) hourly. Alternatively, Expreso Los Chankas operates a bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte twice daily. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 21h. Three other operators also service this route.

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