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

The cheapest way to get from Salta to Cusco is to bus which costs $75 - $110 and takes 39h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salta to Cusco is to fly which takes 8h 5m and costs $220 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Salta and Cusco?

No, there is no direct bus from Salta to Cusco. However, there are services departing from Salta and arriving at Cusco via Tarija and La Paz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 13m.

How far is it from Salta to Cusco?

The distance between Salta and Cusco is 1439 km. The road distance is 1809 km.

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

The best way to get from Salta to Cusco without a car is to bus via Tarija which takes 38h 13m and costs $111.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Salta to Cusco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salta to Cusco bus from?

Salta to Cusco bus services, operated by Dragon Rojo, depart from Salta station.

Bus or fly from Salta to Cusco?

The best way to get from Salta to Cusco is to fly which takes 8h 5m and costs $220 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus via Tarija, which costs $111 and takes 38h 13m.

Where does the Salta to Cusco bus arrive?

Salta to Cusco bus services, operated by Dragon Rojo, arrive at Tarija station.

What is the time difference between Salta and Cusco?

Cusco is 2h behind Salta. It is currently 5:21 PM in Salta and 3:21 PM in Cusco.

Can I drive from Salta to Cusco?

Yes, the driving distance between Salta to Cusco is 1809 km. It takes approximately 26h 13m to drive from Salta to Cusco.

Where can I stay near Cusco?

There are 1382+ hotels available in Cusco.

Salta to Cusco - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Salta to Cusco by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)SLA - CUZ
8h 5m
$220–600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna Bus Station to Cusco Bus Station
39h 29m
$76–101
Bus via Tarija
1. Take the bus from Salta to Tarija
2. Take the bus from Tarija to La Paz
3. Take the bus from La Paz to Cusco
38h 13m
$111
Drive 1,809 km
1. Drive from Salta to Cusco1,809 km
26h 13m
$272–393
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Puno
4. Take the bus from Puno to Cusco Real Inka Car
2d 3h
$263–1,212

Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flights

13Weekly Planes

9h 15mAverage Duration

$219Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,439.2 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Salta, Argentina and Cusco, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly from Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salta to Cusco via Tarija, Tarija, and La Paz in around 38h 13m.

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