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How to get fromSalta to Machu Picchuby plane, train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Salta to Machu Picchu by plane, train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly, Train + Bus

    best
    1. Fly from Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)plane plane SLA - CUZ
    2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain train
    14h 36m
    $357–2,336

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Salta to Tarijabus bus
    2. Take the bus from Tarija to La Pazbus bus
    3. Take the bus from La Paz to Cuscobus bus
    4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre del Cusco to Plaza de armas de Ollantaytambobus bus
    5. Drive from Plaza de armas de Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchucar car
    45h 48m
    $106–216

  3. Drive 2,017.4 km

    1. Drive from Salta to Machu Picchucar car 2,017.4 km
    30h 35m
    $304–438

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

Calendar11Weekly Planes
Duration7h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket$260Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 1,555 km
  • Duration: 14h 36m

What companies run services between Salta, Argentina and Machu Picchu, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Salta to Machu Picchu. However, you can take the bus to Ruta Nac. 51 - Frente Aviacion Civil, walk to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) 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 Salta to Machu Picchu via Tarija, La Paz, Terminal Terrestre del Cusco, and Plaza de armas de Ollantaytambo in around 45h 48m.

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