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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Puno is to bus which costs $17 - $26 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Puno is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Puno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco and arriving at Juliaca. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cusco to Puno?

The distance between Cusco and Puno is 347 km. The road distance is 348.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Puno without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $17 - $26.

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

The bus from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco to Juliaca takes 6h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Puno bus from?

Cusco to Puno bus services, operated by Transzela, depart from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco station.

Where does the Cusco to Puno bus arrive?

Cusco to Puno bus services, operated by Transzela, arrive at Juliaca station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Puno?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Puno is 348 km. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Cusco to Puno.

Where can I stay near Puno?

There are 12+ hotels available in Puno.

Cusco to Puno - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Cusco to Puno by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco to JuliacaJuliaca / ...
6h
$17–26
Drive 348.1 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Juliaca348.1 km
5h 39m
$53–76
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP)CUZ - AQP
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to Juliaca
8h 3m
$48–228

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.6 km
Duration: 6h

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

Transzela operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre de Cusco to Juliaca 5 times a day. Tickets cost $18 and the journey takes 6h. Two other operators also service this route.

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