What is the cheapest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu is to bus and train which costs $80 - $700 and takes 28h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The fastest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu is to fly and Train + Bus which takes 7h 46m and costs $120 - $1,800.

How far is it from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The distance between Lima and Machu Picchu is 708 km. The road distance is 992.5 km.

How do I travel from Lima to Machu Picchu without a car?

The best way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu without a car is to bus and Train + Bus which takes 21h 46m and costs $110 - $1,700.

How long does it take to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Lima to Machu Picchu, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lima to Machu Picchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Machu Picchu is 993 km. It takes approximately 16h 53m to drive from Lima to Machu Picchu.

Where can I stay near Machu Picchu?

There are 150+ hotels available in Machu Picchu.

Lima to Machu Picchu - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, Train + Bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lima to Machu Picchu by plane, train, 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, Train + Bus
best
1. Fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)plane LIM - CUZ
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain
7h 46m
$127–1,749
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Cuscobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre del Cusco to Avenida Ferrocarrilbus
3. Take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain
28h 34m
$83–680
Bus, Train + Bus
1. Take the bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Cuscobus Lima
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Cusco
21h 46m
$113–1,668
Drive 992.5 km
1. Drive from Lima to Machu Picchucar 992.5 km
16h 53m
$150–216
Bus, Train + Bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cuscobus
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Cusco
26h 55m
$100–1,650

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flights

275Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lima to Machu Picchu.

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Distance: 707.8 km
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and Machu Picchu, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Lima to Machu Picchu. However, you can take the taxi to Lima-Airport-LIM airport, fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), walk to Cusco Airport, take the bus to Avenida Pardo, walk to Cusco - Wanchaq, take the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, walk to Aguas Calientes, then take the bus to Machu Picchu. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Machu Picchu via Cusco, Cusco - Wanchaq, Machu Picchu Pueblo, and Aguas Calientes in around 21h 46m.

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