Lima Peru to Cusco

Lima Peru to Cusco

Lima Peru
Cusco
Sat, Jul 6
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$56
 
 
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Lima Peru to Cusco Schedule

Lima Peru to Cusco Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA234005:35 - 06:55PEN 268
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA200507:00 - 08:20PEN 404
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA201708:45 - 10:10PEN 668
Sky Airline Economy #H2500710:00 - 11:25PEN 539
JetSmart Economy #JA703113:50 - 15:13PEN 250
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA203714:10 - 15:30PEN 308
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA232616:20 - 17:40PEN 256
Sky Airline Economy #H2507918:20 - 19:45PEN 235
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA203920:00 - 21:20PEN 268

Transportation from Lima Peru to Cusco

Facts about the transport from Lima Peru to Cusco

Cheapest Transport$48
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure8:40 PM
Departures per day33
Distance1151 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Daytrip, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Oltursa, Peru Hop, Sky Airline, Tepsa

How to get from Lima Peru to Cusco

When you want to get from Lima Peru to Cusco, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 155.81. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 55.77.

How far is Lima Peru from Cusco?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lima Peru to Cusco. Your trip will be a total of 716 miles (1151 km). The flying distance is 368 miles (591 km).

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

The travel time from Lima Peru to Cusco can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 60 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lima Peru to Cusco?

The cost of the trip from Lima Peru to Cusco varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sky Airline: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 55.77 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 155.81.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lima Peru to Cusco:

  • Bus+Train price: USD 47.77 - USD 190.55. From Lima Peru to Cusco starting from 06:00 Cusco Railway Station until 15:00 Cusco Railway Station
  • Plane tickets - USD 55.86 to USD 155.83;
  • Bus tickets - USD 58.47 to USD 70.22;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 857.73 to USD 857.73.

How many trips per day are there between Lima Peru and Cusco?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Lima Peru to Cusco depart during the day - there are approximately 30 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 13:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:00. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Lima Peru to Cusco. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 55.86.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Lima Peru to Cusco

JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline

Buses

Taking a bus from Lima Peru to Cusco is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lima Peru to Cusco. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 857.73.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Lima Peru to Cusco

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lima Peru to Cusco? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 82% users took a plane.
  • 13% decided to go for a bus.
  • 5% chosen Bus+Train