What is the cheapest way to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo?

The cheapest way to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo is to drive and bus which costs $75 - $110 and takes 23h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo?

The fastest way to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo is to drive which takes 11h 26m and costs $100 - $160.

How far is it from Machu Picchu to Huancayo?

The distance between Machu Picchu and Huancayo is 600 km. The road distance is 716.3 km.

How do I travel from Machu Picchu to Huancayo without a car?

The best way to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo without a car is to train and bus which takes 25h 15m and costs $75 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo?

It takes approximately 13h 25m to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Machu Picchu to Huancayo?

Yes, the driving distance between Machu Picchu to Huancayo is 716 km. It takes approximately 11h 26m to drive from Machu Picchu to Huancayo.

Where can I stay near Huancayo?

There are 111+ hotels available in Huancayo.

Machu Picchu to Huancayo - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus and Train, and plane

How to get fromMachu Picchu to Huancayo

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus and Train, fly to Francisco Carle Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cuscotrain
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Francisco Carle Airport (JAU)plane CUZ - JAU
3. Take the bus from Jauja Airport to Calle Sebastían Lorentebus
13h 25m
$186–503
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Machu Picchu to Cachoracar
2. Take the bus from Cachora to Andahuaylasbus
3. Take the bus from Andahuaylas to Chilcabus
23h 7m
$75–108
Drive 716.3 km
1. Drive from Machu Picchu to Huancayocar 716.3 km
11h 26m
$108–156
Bus and Train, fly to Jorge Chávez International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cuscotrain
2. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)plane CUZ - LIM
3. Take the bus from Lima to Chilcabus
16h 3m
$132–327
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambotrain
2. Take the bus from Avenida Ferrocarril to Terminal Terrestre del Cuscobus
3. Take the bus from Cusco to Ayacuchobus
4. Take the bus from Ayacucho to Huancayobus
25h 15m
$79–730

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to Francisco Carle Airport (JAU) flights

15Weekly Planes

4h 51mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machu Picchu to Huancayo.

Launch map view

Distance: 600.1 km
Duration: 13h 25m

What companies run services between Machu Picchu, Peru and Huancayo, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Machu Picchu to Huancayo. However, you can take the bus to Aguas Calientes, walk to Machu Picchu Pueblo, take the train to Ave. El Sol 843 , Cusco, walk to Avenida Pardo, take the bus to Cusco Airport, walk to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) airport, fly to Francisco Carle Airport (JAU), take the taxi to Jauja Airport, then take the bus to Calle Sebastían Lorente. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Machu Picchu to Chilca via Cachora and Andahuaylas in around 23h 7m.

Airlines