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

The cheapest way to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku is to Bus and Train and fly and taxi which takes 10h 23m and costs $280 - $850.

How far is it from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku?

The distance between Machu Picchu and Pumapunku is 696 km. The road distance is 792.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku without a car is to Bus and Train and bus and taxi which takes 15h 51m and costs $320 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 15h 51m to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku, including transfers.

Can I drive from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku?

Yes, the driving distance between Machu Picchu to Pumapunku is 793 km. It takes approximately 13h 45m to drive from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku.

Machu Picchu to Pumapunku - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus and Train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku by train, bus, taxi, car, plane, 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, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco
2. Take the bus from Cusco Bus Station to Puno
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Puno to Terminal de Buses Desaguadero
4. Take the taxi from Terminal de Buses Desaguadero to Pumapunku
15h 51m
$322–657
Train, bus, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambo
2. Take the bus from Avenida Ferrocarril to Terminal Terrestre del Cusco
3. Take the bus from Cusco to Terminal de Buses Desaguadero
4. Take the taxi from Terminal de Buses Desaguadero to Pumapunku
16h 41m
$100–974
Drive 792.7 km
1. Drive from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku792.7 km
13h 45m
$120–173
Bus and Train, fly to El Alto International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)CUZ - LPB
3. Take the taxi from La-Paz-Airport-LPB to Pumapunku
10h 23m
$280–805
Tour, shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Machu Picchu to Cusco
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cusco to Puno
3. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La Paz
4. Take the bus from La Paz to Tiwanaku
3d 3h
Bus and Train, fly to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport, shuttle, drive
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL)CUZ - JUL
3. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to Desaguadero
4. Drive from Desaguadero to Pumapunku
15h 33m
$407–916

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku.

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Distance: 696 km
Duration: 15h 51m

What companies run services between Machu Picchu, Peru and Pumapunku, Bolivia?

There is no direct connection from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku. 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 Cusco Bus Station, take the bus to Puno, take the bus to Terminal de Buses Desaguadero, then take the taxi to Pumapunku. Alternatively, you can drive from Machu Picchu to Pumapunku in around 13h 45m.

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