Arequipa to Cusco

Arequipa to Cusco

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Arequipa to Cusco Schedule

Arequipa to Cusco Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timePEN 1,600
Sky Airline Economy 06:45 - 12:00PEN 470
JetSmart Economy 08:05 - 21:33PEN 252
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA232710:30 - 11:35PEN 366
Sky Airline Economy 12:05 - 22:10PEN 352
Sky Airline Economy 16:50 - 21:05PEN 651
Cruz del Sur Cruzero Evolution 160 19:00 - 05:00PEN 128
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 21:40 - 06:25PEN 721

Transportation from Arequipa to Cusco

Facts about the transport from Arequipa to Cusco

Cheapest Transport$27
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure8:00 午前
Latest Departure9:00 午後
Departures per day14
Distance504 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Daytrip, Jean Buss, LATAM Airlines Group, Oltursa, Transzela, Transzela

How to get from Arequipa to Cusco

Travelling between Arequipa and Cusco is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 640.71 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 26.73.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 12 hours to travel between Arequipa and Cusco depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Arequipa and Cusco. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 30m to reach Cusco.

How much does it cost to get from Arequipa to Cusco?

Travelling between Arequipa and Cusco can be as cheap as USD 26.73 if you opt for a Oltursa bus and as expensive as USD 640.71 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Arequipa and Cusco ?

  • 9 from Arequipa to Cusco starting from 19:00 Arequipa Bus Station until 21:00 Arequipa Bus Station
  • 2 from Arequipa to Cusco starting from 08:00 Arequipa Airport until 18:00 Arequipa Airport
  • 3 from Arequipa to Cusco starting from 00:00 Arequipa Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Arequipa Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Arequipa to Cusco.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Arequipa to Cusco, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 61.58.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Arequipa and Cusco

LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Arequipa to Cusco overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Arequipa and Cusco

Cruz del Sur, Jean Buss, Oltursa, Transzela, Transzela

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Arequipa and Cusco

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Arequipa to Cusco?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 68% opted for a bus
  • 32% chosen Bus+Train