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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Peru is to bus which costs $30 - $75 and takes 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Peru is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $40 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Peru?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cusco and arriving at Lima Plaza Norte. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from Cusco to Peru?

The distance between Cusco and Peru is 324 km. The road distance is 1025.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Peru without a car is to bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte which takes 22h 12m and costs $26 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cusco to Peru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Peru bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cusco to Peru?

The best way to get from Cusco to Peru is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $40 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, which costs $26 - $40 and takes 22h 12m.

Where does the Cusco to Peru bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cusco to Peru?

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

Where can I stay near Peru?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Peru.

Cusco to Peru - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and line 301 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cusco to Peru 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 Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP)plane CUZ - AQP
1h 50m
$41–156
Bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
22h 12m
$26–40
Drive 1,025.7 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Limacar 1,025.7 km
17h 36m
$155–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Lima Plaza Nortebus Cusco
23h
$30–75
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Surquillo terminalbus Lima / ...
2. Take the bus from Angamos to Virúbus 301
33h 18m
$44–60

Cusco to Peru by bus

7Weekly Buses

23hAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.7 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and Peru?

LATAM Chile flies from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) 3 times a day. 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.

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