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

The cheapest way to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca is to taxi and bus which costs $75 - $160 and takes 31h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca is to Bus and Train and fly which takes 11h and costs $200 - $650.

How far is it from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca?

The distance between Machu Picchu and Cajamarca is 1129 km. The road distance is 1814.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 31h 53m and costs $75 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 11h to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca, including transfers.

Can I drive from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca?

Yes, the driving distance between Machu Picchu to Cajamarca is 1815 km. It takes approximately 30h 10m to drive from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca.

Where can I stay near Cajamarca?

There are 180+ hotels available in Cajamarca.

Machu Picchu to Cajamarca - 5 ways to travel via Bus and Train, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca by train, plane, taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Bus and Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cuscotrain
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Cajamarca (CJA)plane CUZ - CJA
11h
$204–650
Taxi, bus
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Machu Picchu to Abancaytaxi
2. Take the bus from Abancay to Lima 28 de Juliobus
3. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cruce Cajamarcabus
31h 53m
$78–158
Drive 1,814.9 km
1. Drive from Machu Picchu to Cajamarcacar 1,814.9 km
30h 10m
$273–394
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Machu Picchu to Cuscoshuttle
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Talaverabus
3. Take the bus from Talavera to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus
4. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cajamarcabus
3d 23h
Bus and Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cuscotrain
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus
3. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cajamarcabus
46h 10m
$143–457

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Cajamarca (CJA) flights

37Weekly Planes

4h 56mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca.

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Distance: 1,129.5 km
Duration: 11h

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

There is no direct connection from Machu Picchu to Cajamarca. However, you can take the bus to Aguas Calientes, walk to Machu Picchu Pueblo, take the train to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco, walk to Avenida Pardo, take the bus to Cusco Airport, walk to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) airport, fly to Cajamarca (CJA), then take the taxi to Cajamarca. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Abancay, take the bus to Lima 28 de Julio, walk to Lima, take the bus to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, then take the bus to Cruce Cajamarca.

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