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41 h 44 min
2851 km.
from $156
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Four ways to Travel from Quito to Cusco

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Cheapest
By car (2 851 km)
41 h 44 min
2851 km.
from $156
Other
Bus (Bus #2)
2 d 10 h 50 min
1644 km.
from $167.24
Bus via Guayaquil
38 h 13 min
1644 km.
from $191.28
Bus (Bus)
2 d 2 h 11 min
1644 km.
from $273.22

Transport providers

Airlines

JetSMART

Website:
jetsmart.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.24–$392.39

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.81–$1,075.91

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$253.16–$1,392.36

Bus operators

Cruz Del Sur International

Phone:
+51 1 311-5050
Website:
cruzdelsur.com.pe/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Lima
Ave. Duration:
35h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$60.76–$107.59

Flores Hermanos

Phone:
+51 1 4800725
Email:
Website:
floreshnos.pe/
Bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cusco
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Cruz del Sur

Phone:
+51 1 311 5050
Website:
cruzdelsur.com.pe/
Bus from Lima Javier Prado to Cusco
Ave. Duration:
22h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$75.95

Lineas de Los Andes

Phone:
+51 9 6788 4526
Email:
Website:
lineasdelosandes.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Gran
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$113.92–$151.89
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Gran
Ave. Duration:
28h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$253.16

Trans Esmeraldas S.A.

Phone:
+593 02 392 2300
Email:
Website:
transesmeraldas.com/
Bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Guayaquil
Ave. Duration:
5h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$24.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Quito to Cusco?

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Cusco is to bus which costs $86.96 - $163.04 and takes 2 days 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito to Cusco?

The fastest way to get from Quito to Cusco is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $239.13 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Cusco?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to Cusco. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Cusco via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Quito to Cusco?

The distance between Quito and Cusco is 1699 km. The road distance is 2850.9 km.

How do I travel from Quito to Cusco without a car?

The best way to get from Quito to Cusco without a car is to bus via Guayaquil which takes 38h 13m and costs $141.30 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Quito to Cusco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Cusco bus from?

Quito to Cusco bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Bus or fly from Quito to Cusco?

The best way to get from Quito to Cusco is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $239.13 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Guayaquil, which costs $141.30 - $206.52 and takes 38h 13m.

Where does the Quito to Cusco bus arrive?

Quito to Cusco bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

What is the time difference between Quito and Cusco?

It is currently 10:13 at both, Quito and Cusco.

Can I drive from Quito to Cusco?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Cusco is 2851 km. It takes approximately 41h 43m to drive from Quito to Cusco.

Where can I stay near Cusco?

There are 1221+ hotels available in Cusco. Prices start at $27.51 per night.
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