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How to Travel from

Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu

by Train, Route or Car

Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro
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Four ways to Travel from Rio De Janeiro to Machu Picchu

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Transport providers

Airlines

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Santos Dumont Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$290.57–$517.98
Plane from Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$277.94–$568.51

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$328.47–$1,010.68

Train operators

PeruRail

Phone:
+51 1625 4848
Website:
perurail.com/es/
Train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Aguas
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.48–$1,516.03

Bus operators

UTIL (by Guanabara)

Phone:
+55 11 4020 0800
Website:
util.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Cuiaba
Ave. Duration:
13h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$75.80–$245.98

Trans Acreana LTDA

Phone:
+55 (68) 3221-1660
Website:
transacreana.com.br/
Bus from Cuiabá to Cusco
Ave. Duration:
2d 5h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$219.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu is to bus and Train + Bus which costs $315.22 - $1739.13 and takes 3 days 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu is to fly and Train + Bus which takes 15h 57m and costs $304.35 - $1847.83 .

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Machu Picchu is 3319 km. The road distance is 4181.3 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu without a car is to bus and Train + Bus which takes 3 days 1h and costs $315.22 - $1739.13 .

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu?

It takes approximately 16h 48m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu is 2h behind Rio de Janeiro. It is currently 12:26 in Rio de Janeiro and 10:26 in Machu Picchu.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu is 4181 km. It takes approximately 2 days 8h to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Machu Picchu.

Where can I stay near Machu Picchu?

There are 112+ hotels available in Machu Picchu. Prices start at $25.05 per night.
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