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How to Travel from

Lima to Machu Picchu

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

JetSMART

Website:
jetsmart.com/
Plane from Jorge Chávez International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.51–$152.90

Sky Airline

Website:
skyairline.com/
Plane from Jorge Chávez International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$152.90

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Jorge Chávez International Airport to Alejandro
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$165.64

Bus operators

CIVA

Phone:
+51 511 418 1111
Website:
civa.com.pe/
Bus from Lima Terminal Excluciva to Abancay
Ave. Duration:
16h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$42.05

Grupo Palomino

Phone:
+51 6202 333
Website:
grupopalomino.com.pe/
Bus from San Juan to Abancay
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.58–$47.14

Flores Hermanos

Phone:
+51 1 4800725
Website:
floreshnos.pe/
Bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cusco
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$40.77

Cruz del Sur

Phone:
+51 1 311 5050
Website:
cruzdelsur.com.pe/
Bus from Lima Terminal Excluciva to Abancay
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$70.08
Bus from Lima Javier Prado to Cusco
Ave. Duration:
22h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$76.45

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:
$63.71–$1,528.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu is to bus and drive via San Juan which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 21h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The fastest way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu is to fly and Train + Bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $108.70 - $1521.74 .

How far is it from Lima to Machu Picchu?

The distance between Lima and Machu Picchu is 705 km. The road distance is 1073.9 km.

How do I travel from Lima to Machu Picchu without a car?

The best way to get from Lima to Machu Picchu without a car is to bus and Train + Bus which takes 25h 55m and costs $76.09 - $1413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Lima to Machu Picchu?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Lima to Machu Picchu, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lima to Machu Picchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Machu Picchu is 1074 km. It takes approximately 15h 59m to drive from Lima to Machu Picchu.

Where can I stay near Machu Picchu?

There are 112+ hotels available in Machu Picchu. Prices start at $24.87 per night.
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