What is the cheapest way to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu?

The cheapest way to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu is to drive via Terminal Terrestre de Ollantaytambo which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu?

The fastest way to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Urubamba (Station) and Machu Picchu?

No, there is no direct train from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu. However, there are services departing from Urubamba and arriving at Machu Picchu Pueblo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu?

The distance between Urubamba (Station) and Machu Picchu is 67 km. The road distance is 171.7 km.

How do I travel from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu without a car?

The best way to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu train from?

Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu train services, operated by PeruRail, depart from Urubamba station.

Where does the Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu train arrive?

Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu train services, operated by PeruRail, arrive at Machu Picchu Pueblo station.

Can I drive from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu.

Where can I stay near Machu Picchu?

There are 166+ hotels available in Machu Picchu.

Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu by bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Avenida Mariscal Castilla to Avenida Ferrocarrilbus Aeroexpreso
2. Take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Ollantaytambo / ...
3h 30m
Drive via Terminal Terrestre de Ollantaytambo 153.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Terminal Terrestre de Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchucar 153.1 km
4h 19m
$23–34
Train
1. Take the train from Urubamba to Machu Picchu Pueblotrain Urubamba
3h 52m
$91–925
Drive 171.7 km
1. Drive from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchucar 171.7 km
3h 45m
$26–38
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Urubamba to Machu Picchushuttle Imperial Tour Cusco
2d 1h
$473

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Map of how to get from Urubamba (Station) to Machu Picchu.

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Distance: 67.3 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Urubamba (Station), Peru and Machu Picchu, Peru?

PeruRail operates a train from Urubamba to Machu Picchu Pueblo once daily. Tickets cost $75–950 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, Cusco Tours by RAP Travel Perú operates a shuttle from Urubamba to Machu Picchu on demand. Tickets cost $473 and the journey takes 2d 1h.

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