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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Mollendo is to bus via Cusco which costs $16 - $45 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Mollendo is to fly and bus which takes 5h 59m and costs $50 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Mollendo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cusco to Mollendo. However, there are services departing from Cusco and arriving at Mollendo via Arequipa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Cusco to Mollendo?

The distance between Cusco and Mollendo is 587 km. The road distance is 578.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Mollendo without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Cusco to Mollendo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Mollendo bus from?

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

Where does the Cusco to Mollendo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cusco to Mollendo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Mollendo is 579 km. It takes approximately 9h 18m to drive from Cusco to Mollendo.

Where can I stay near Mollendo?

There are 19+ hotels available in Mollendo.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Arequipabus
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to Mollendobus Arequipa
9h
Bus via Cusco
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1. Take the bus from Cusco to Arequipabus Arequipa / ...
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to Mollendobus Arequipa
13h 30m
$17–43
Drive 578.6 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Mollendocar 578.6 km
9h 18m
$87–126
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP)plane CUZ - AQP
2. Take the bus from Arequipa to Mollendobus
5h 59m
$52–160

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 586.8 km
Duration: 9h

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

You can take a bus from Cusco to Mollendo via Arequipa in around 9h.

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