Lima Peru to Cusco

Lima Peru to Cusco

Lima Peru
Cusco
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Lima Peru to Cusco Destination Reviews

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Sarah E
The bus service was good. Just people need to realize how hard it is to travel that distance on a bus
Lima Peru to Cusco, Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, Expreso Los Chankas, Feb 9, 2026
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Lima Peru to Cusco Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Boliviana de Aviacion
Economy
01:15
15:40
$482.92
Flight
Avianca
Economy
01:50
11:20
$504.05
Flight
Avianca
Economy
02:50
11:00
$548.82
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:00
05:20
$54.53
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:25
05:55
$61.49
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
04:45
06:05
$40.61
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
05:05
06:25
$53.37
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:25
06:45
$95.13
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
05:45
09:10
$164.74
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:05
07:25
$229.71
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
06:30
07:54
$45.25
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
06:50
08:15
$53.37
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:35
09:00
$64.97
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:55
09:20
$198.39
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:25
16:55
$116.38
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
08:45
10:09
$49.31
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
09:10
10:34
$71.35
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
09:30
09:10
$145.66
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
09:50
11:15
$142.70
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
10:10
11:34
$63.81

How to get from Lima Peru to Cusco

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 442.57 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 34.04.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 60 hours to travel between Lima Peru and Cusco depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Lima Peru and Cusco. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 2d 11h 30m to reach Cusco.

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

Travelling between Lima Peru and Cusco can be as cheap as USD 34.04 if you opt for a Paredes Estrella bus and as expensive as USD 442.57 if you buy a LATAM Airlines Group flight 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 Lima Peru and Cusco ?

  • 113 from Lima Peru to Cusco starting from 04:50 Lima Airport until 23:40 Lima Airport
  • 17 from Lima Peru to Cusco starting from 08:00 Lima La Victoria until 19:00 Lima

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Lima Peru 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 Lima Peru to Cusco, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 38.22.

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 Lima Peru and Cusco

JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline, Sky Airline

Bus

Travelling from Lima Peru 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 Lima Peru and Cusco

Cruz del Sur, Expreso Los Chankas, Oltursa, Paredes Estrella, Wari Palomino

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 Lima Peru and Cusco

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

What is the most popular transport to get from Lima Peru 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

  • 64% opted for a bus
  • 31% decided to fly
  • 5% chosen Bus+Train

Transportation from Lima Peru to Cusco

Facts about the transport from Lima Peru to Cusco

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure4:50 AM
Latest Departure11:40 PM
Departures per day130
Distance2974 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Expreso Los Chankas, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Group, Oltursa, Paredes Estrella, Peru Hop, Sky Airline, Sky Airline, Tepsa, Wari Palomino