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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Lima is to bus via Andahuaylas which costs $35 - $60 and takes 26h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Lima is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $55 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Lima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cusco and arriving at Lima. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 30m.

How far is it from Cusco to Lima?

The distance between Cusco and Lima is 593 km. The road distance is 1024.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Lima without a car is to bus which takes 21h 30m and costs $28 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Cusco to Lima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Lima bus from?

Cusco to Lima bus services, operated by CIVA, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to Lima?

The best way to get from Cusco to Lima is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $60 and takes 21h 30m.

Where does the Cusco to Lima bus arrive?

Cusco to Lima bus services, operated by CIVA, arrive at Lima station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Lima?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Lima is 1024 km. It takes approximately 17h 35m to drive from Cusco to Lima.

Where can I stay near Lima?

There are 2402+ hotels available in Lima.

Cusco to Lima - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cusco to Lima 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 Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)plane CUZ - LIM
1h 37m
$58–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Limabus Cusco
21h 30m
$28–60
Drive 1,024.2 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Limacar 1,024.2 km
17h 35m
$154–223
Bus via Andahuaylas
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Andahuaylasbus Cusco
2. Take the bus from Andahuaylas to Limabus Lima
26h
$39–57

Cusco to Lima by bus

44Weekly Buses

21h 30mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 592.6 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and Lima, Peru?

JetSMART, Sky Airline, and LATAM Chile fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, CIVA operates a bus from Cusco to Lima twice daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 21h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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