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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Arequipa is to bus which costs $11 - $40 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Arequipa is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $40 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Arequipa?

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

How far is it from Cusco to Arequipa?

The distance between Cusco and Arequipa is 324 km. The road distance is 460.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Arequipa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $11 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cusco to Arequipa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Arequipa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cusco to Arequipa?

The best way to get from Cusco to Arequipa is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $40 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cusco to Arequipa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cusco to Arequipa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Arequipa is 460 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Cusco to Arequipa.

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

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Where can I stay near Arequipa?

There are 477+ hotels available in Arequipa.

Cusco to Arequipa - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cusco to Arequipa by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP)plane CUZ - AQP
1h 50m
$41–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Arequipabus
5h 30m
$11–40
Drive 460.4 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Arequipacar 460.4 km
7h 40m
$70–100
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cusco to Arequipashuttle Private
5h
$530
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Chivaybus Cusco
2. Take the taxi from Chivay to Arequipataxi Arequipa
13h 15m
$193

Cusco to Arequipa by bus

105Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.7 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

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

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