What is the cheapest way to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu?

The cheapest way to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu is to bus and drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 26h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu?

The fastest way to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu is to fly and Train + Bus which takes 7h 35m and costs $110 - $1,800.

How far is it from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu?

The distance between Lima Airport (LIM) and Machu Picchu is 701 km. The road distance is 1003.1 km.

How do I travel from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu without a car?

The best way to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu without a car is to bus and Train + Bus via Lima Plaza Norte which takes 24h 19m and costs $120 - $1,700.

How long does it take to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu?

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu is 1003 km. It takes approximately 17h 8m to drive from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu.

Where can I stay near Machu Picchu?

There are 166+ hotels available in Machu Picchu.

Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, Train + Bus
best
1. Fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)plane LIM - CUZ
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain
7h 35m
$118–1,731
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cuscobus 543
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre del Cusco to Avenida Ferrocarrilbus
3. Take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain
32h 27m
$83–747
Bus, Train + Bus via Lima Plaza Norte
1. Take the bus from Lima Plaza Norte to Cuscobus Lima
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Cusco
24h 19m
$124–1,687
Drive 1,003.1 km
1. Drive from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchucar 1,003.1 km
17h 8m
$151–218
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Lima 28 de Julio to Abancaybus Lima
2. Drive from Abancay to Machu Picchucar
26h 9m
$98–150
Bus, Train + Bus
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Cuscobus
2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Cusco
29h 25m
$110–1,666

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flights

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Distance: 700.7 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Lima Airport (LIM), Peru and Machu Picchu, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Lima Airport (LIM) to Machu Picchu. However, you can fly to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), walk to Cusco Airport, take the bus to Avenida Pardo, 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 take a vehicle from Lima-Airport-LIM to Machu Picchu via Lima Airport, Dos de Mayo, Ica, Virú, Lima Plaza Norte, Cusco, Cusco - Wanchaq, Machu Picchu Pueblo, and Aguas Calientes in around 24h 19m.

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