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

The cheapest way to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto is to taxi and bus which costs $80 - $170 and takes 40h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto is to Bus and Train and fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $180 - $650.

How far is it from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto?

The distance between Machu Picchu and Tarapoto is 1039 km. The road distance is 1626.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 40h 38m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Machu Picchu to Tarapoto is 1627 km. It takes approximately 26h 11m to drive from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto.

Where can I stay near Tarapoto?

There are 207+ hotels available in Tarapoto.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto 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 , Cusco
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tarapoto (TPP)CUZ - TPP
11h 17m
$182–644
Taxi, bus
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Machu Picchu to Abancay
2. Take the bus from Abancay to Lima 28 de Julio
3. Take the bus from Lima 28 de Julio to Tarapoto
40h 38m
$80–170
Drive 1,626.7 km
1. Drive from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto1,626.7 km
26h 11m
$245–354
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Machu Picchu to Cusco
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Abancay
3. Take the bus from Abancay to Lima - Luna Pizarro
4. Take the bus from Lima - La Victoria to Tarapoto
4d 8h
Bus and Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Ayacucho
3. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Lima
4. Take the bus from Lima 28 de Julio to Tarapoto
2d 1h
$212–551

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tarapoto (TPP) flights

37Weekly Planes

5h 41mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,039 km
Duration: 11h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Machu Picchu to Tarapoto. 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 Tarapoto (TPP), then take the taxi to Tarapoto. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Abancay, take the bus to Lima 28 de Julio, then take the bus to Tarapoto.

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