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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to Tumbes is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 42h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to Tumbes is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $140 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and Tumbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cusco to Tumbes. However, there are services departing from Cusco and arriving at Tumbes via Lima Paseo de la República. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 10m.

How far is it from Cusco to Tumbes?

The distance between Cusco and Tumbes is 1455 km. The road distance is 2272.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to Tumbes without a car is to bus via Lima which takes 40h 10m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Cusco to Tumbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cusco to Tumbes bus from?

Cusco to Tumbes bus services, operated by CIVA, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to Tumbes?

The best way to get from Cusco to Tumbes is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $140 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus via Lima, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 40h 10m.

Where does the Cusco to Tumbes bus arrive?

Cusco to Tumbes bus services, operated by CIVA, arrive at Lima station.

Can I drive from Cusco to Tumbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to Tumbes is 2272 km. It takes approximately 35h 4m to drive from Cusco to Tumbes.

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

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Where can I stay near Tumbes?

There are 36+ hotels available in Tumbes.

Cusco to Tumbes - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cusco to Tumbes by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tumbes (TBP)plane CUZ - TBP
4h 20m
$141–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima / ...
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tumbesbus Lima
42h 52m
$56–104
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Limabus Cusco
2. Take the bus from Lima Paseo de la República to Tumbesbus Lima
40h 10m
$73–106
Drive 2,272.1 km
1. Drive from Cusco to Tumbescar 2,272.1 km
35h 4m
$342–494
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Lima Javier Pradobus Cusco
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Tumbesbus Lima
46h 40m
$85–105

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tumbes (TBP) flights

42Weekly Planes

5h 30mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,455.4 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

LATAM Chile and Sky Airline fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Tumbes (TBP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cusco to Tumbes via Lima and Lima Paseo de la República in around 40h 10m.

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