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How to get fromAyacucho to Machu Picchuby bus, train, car, or shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Ayacucho to Machu Picchu by bus, train, car, or shuttle

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  1. Bus, Train + Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Cuscobus bus Cusco
    2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain train Cusco
    19h 26m
    $88–1,636

  2. Drive 513.1 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ayacucho to Machu Picchucar car 513.1 km
    8h 17m
    $78–112

  3. Bus, shuttle

    1. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Cuscobus bus Cusco
    2. Take a shuttle bus from Cusco to Machu Picchushuttle bus Imperial Tour Cusco
    3d 23h
    $644–657

  4. Bus, drive

    1. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Talaverabus bus
    2. Take the bus from Talavera to Abancaybus bus
    3. Drive from Abancay to Machu Picchucar car
    13h 23m

  5. Bus, drive via Cachora

    1. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Terrapuerto Andahuaylasbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Andahuaylas to Cachorabus bus
    3. Drive from Cachora to Machu Picchucar car
    14h 23m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 626.7 km
  • Duration: 19h 26m

What companies run services between Ayacucho, Peru and Machu Picchu, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Ayacucho to Machu Picchu. However, you can take the bus to Cusco, walk to Cusco - Wanchaq, take the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, walk to Aguas Calientes, then take the bus to Machu Picchu. Alternatively, you can drive from Ayacucho to Machu Picchu in around 8h 17m.

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