| Cheapest Transport | $64 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 25 |
| Distance | 125 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Bus Pedro, Inca Rail, Peru Rail |
Travelling between Machu Picchu and Cusco is possible by Bus, train and van. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Van is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 602.79 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 63.14.
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 6 hours to travel between Machu Picchu and Cusco depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Machu Picchu and Cusco. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 30m. Van does a much slower job and take about 5h 30m to reach Cusco.
Travelling between Machu Picchu and Cusco can be as cheap as USD 63.14 if you opt for a Inca Rail train and as expensive as USD 602.79 if you buy a Peru Rail Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Machu Picchu to Cusco.
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.
Bus Pedro
Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.
Bus Pedro
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route