Rome2Rio

How to get fromPereira to Machu Picchuby plane, train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Machu Picchu

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Pereira to Machu Picchu by plane, train, 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.

  1. Fly, Train + Bus

    best
    1. Fly from Pereira (PEI) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)plane plane PEI - CUZ
    2. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain train
    12h 20m
    $290–2,331

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Pereira to Terminal de Transportes de Armeniabus bus
    2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Armenia to Terminal de Transporte Ipialesbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus bus
    4. Take the bus from Lima 28 de Julio to Abancaybus bus
    5. Drive from Abancay to Machu Picchucar car
    3d
    $248–367

  3. Drive  3,642 km

    1. Drive from Pereira to Machu Picchucar car 3,642 km
    2d 9h
    $548–791

Pereira (PEI) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) flights

Calendar16Weekly Planes
Duration9h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket$215Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pereira to Machu Picchu.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2,199.2 km
  • Duration: 12h 20m

What companies run services between Pereira, Colombia and Machu Picchu, Peru?

There is no direct connection from Pereira 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 bus from Terminal de Transportes de Pereira to Machu Picchu via Terminal de Transportes de Armenia, Terminal de Transporte Ipiales, Terminal Ipiales, Rumichaca, Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Lima, Lima 28 de Julio, and Abancay in around 3d.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Need to know: Eurostar, What documents do I need to cross Niagara Falls?, and The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube - to help you get the most out of your next trip.