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

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Cusco is to bus which costs $11 - $50 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Cusco is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $45 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Cusco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arequipa and arriving at Cusco. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Arequipa to Cusco?

The distance between Arequipa and Cusco is 323 km. The road distance is 458.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Arequipa to Cusco without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $11 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Arequipa to Cusco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Cusco bus from?

Arequipa to Cusco bus services, operated by Andoriña Tours, depart from Arequipa station.

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Cusco?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Cusco is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $45 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $50 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Arequipa to Cusco bus arrive?

Arequipa to Cusco bus services, operated by Andoriña Tours, arrive at Cusco station.

Can I drive from Arequipa to Cusco?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Cusco is 459 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Arequipa to Cusco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arequipa to Cusco?

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Where can I stay near Cusco?

There are 1382+ hotels available in Cusco.

Arequipa to Cusco - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Arequipa to Cusco by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)plane AQP - CUZ
2h 25m
$49–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to Cuscobus
5h 30m
$11–50
Drive 458.9 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Cuscocar 458.9 km
7h 42m
$69–100
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Arequipa to Cuscoshuttle Private
5h
$530

Arequipa to Cusco by bus

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Distance: 322.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Arequipa, Peru and Cusco, Peru?

LATAM Chile flies from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) twice daily. Alternatively, Andoriña Tours operates a bus from Arequipa to Cusco twice daily, and the journey takes 5h 30m. 11 other operators also service this route.

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