What is the cheapest way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 17h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) is to fly which takes 8h 9m and costs $360 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark). However, there are services departing from Cusco and arriving at Salar de Uyuni via La Paz and Uyuni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 1m.

How far is it from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

The distance between Cusco and Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) is 970 km. The road distance is 1135.1 km.

How do I travel from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) without a car?

The best way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) without a car is to bus which takes 27h 1m and costs $23 - $430.

How long does it take to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) bus from?

Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

The best way to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) is to fly which takes 8h 9m and costs $360 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $430 and takes 27h 1m.

Where does the Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) bus arrive?

Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, arrive at Terminal de Buses La Paz station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) is 1135 km. It takes approximately 17h 35m to drive from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark).

Where can I stay near Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)?

There are 56+ hotels available in Salar de Uyuni (Landmark).

Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane CUZ - UYU
8h 9m
$362–693
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Terminal de Buses La Pazbus Cusco
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Uyunibus La Paz
27h 1m
$24–421
Drive 1,135.1 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark)car 1,135.1 km
17h 35m
$171–247
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Cusco Real Inka Car to Punobus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La Pazshuttle
3. Take the bus from La Paz to Uyunibus
36h 45m
$252–1,398

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) flights

19Weekly Planes

9h 35mAverage Duration

$339Cheapest Price

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Distance: 970.2 km
Duration: 8h 9m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and Salar de Uyuni (Landmark), Bolivia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Boliviana de Aviación, and LATAM Chile fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cusco to Salar de Uyuni (Landmark) via Terminal de Buses La Paz, La Paz, Uyuni, and Salar de Uyuni in around 27h 1m.

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