Cusco to Puno Railway Station

Cusco to Puno Railway Station

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Cusco to Puno Railway Station Schedule

Cusco to Puno Railway Station Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any time$ 571.58
Transportes Libertad Reclining Seats 160 06:30 - 14:00$ 15.94
Transportes Libertad Reclining Seats 160 19:30 - 03:00$ 15.94
Transportes Libertad Reclining Seats 160 21:40 - 05:10$ 15.94
Cruz del Sur Cruzero Evolution 160 22:00 - 04:30$ 19.40

Transportation from Cusco to Puno Railway Station

Facts about the transport from Cusco to Puno Railway Station

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport6h 30m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day17
Distance325 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvalos Tours, Cruz del Sur, Daytrip, Peru Rail, Peru Selected Trips, Trans Litoral, Transportes Libertad, Transzela, Turismo Mer, Turismo Mer

How to get from Cusco to Puno Railway Station

Travelling between Cusco and Puno Railway Station is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 570.12 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 14.02.

How long does it take to get from Cusco to Puno Railway Station?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 11 hours to travel between Cusco and Puno Railway Station depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Cusco and Puno Railway Station. Bus will bring you to your destination in 6h 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 10h 30m to reach Puno Railway Station.

How much does it cost to get from Cusco to Puno Railway Station?

Travelling between Cusco and Puno Railway Station can be as cheap as USD 14.02 if you opt for a Cruz del Sur bus and as expensive as USD 570.12 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 Cusco and Puno Railway Station ?

  • 13 from Cusco to Puno starting from 06:30 Terminal Terrestre de Cusco until 22:30 Cusco Bus Station
  • 1 from Cusco to Puno starting from 07:50 Cusco Railway Station until 07:50 Cusco Railway Station
  • 3 from Cusco to Puno starting from 00:00 Cusco Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Cusco Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cusco to Puno Railway Station.

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

Bus

Travelling from Cusco to Puno 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 Cusco and Puno

Avalos Tours, Cruz del Sur, Peru Selected Trips, Trans Litoral, Transportes Libertad, Transzela, Turismo Mer, Turismo Mer

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 Cusco and Puno

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Cusco to Puno Railway Station?

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

  • 53% opted for a bus
  • 47% chosen Bus+Train