Lima Peru to Cusco

Lima Peru to Cusco

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Lima Peru to Cusco Schedule

Lima Peru to Cusco Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timePEN 3,285
Sky Airline Economy #H2500105:15 - 06:40PEN 410
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA203507:00 - 08:25PEN 584
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA232009:50 - 11:08PEN 479
Sky Airline Economy #H2500911:25 - 12:50PEN 412
Oltursa Sleeper 13:00 - 14:00PEN 246
JetSmart Economy #JA703915:05 - 16:28PEN 427
Cruz del Sur Cruzero Suite 160 16:00 - 14:15PEN 189
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA203318:20 - 19:40PEN 535
Sky Airline Economy #H2508120:30 - 21:55PEN 290

Transportation from Lima Peru to Cusco

Facts about the transport from Lima Peru to Cusco

Cheapest Transport$47
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure8:40 PM
Departures per day31
Distance1151 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCruz del Sur, Daytrip, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Oltursa, Sky Airline
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How to get from Lima Peru to Cusco

Travelling between Lima Peru 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 212.16 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 46.24.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 25 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 does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 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 46.24 if you opt for a Oltursa bus and as expensive as USD 212.16 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 ?

  • 28 from Lima Peru to Cusco starting from 05:00 Lima Airport until 20:40 Lima Airport
  • 3 from Lima Peru to Cusco starting from 13:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal until 16:00 Oltursa Lima Terminal

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 100.00.

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, LATAM Airlines Group, 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, Oltursa

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

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 flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 78% decided to fly
  • 13% opted for a bus
  • 9% chosen Bus+Train