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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Terrestre Arequipa | Terminal Terrestre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terrapuerto | Cusco | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terrapuerto | Terminal Terrestre | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bus terminal of Arequipa | Cusco | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bus terminal of Arequipa | Cusco | No tags |
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Get from Arequipa to Cusco
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Arequipa and Cusco
Stops in Cusco
- A
Terminal Terrestre
Micaela Bastidas, Cusco, Peru - B
Terminal Cruz Del Sur
Industrial 151, Cusco, Peru - C
Estacion Wanchaq
Alameda pachacutec 3955, Cusco, Peru
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Arequipa to Cusco by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Arequipa to Cusco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Arequipa to Cusco start from NZ$40. The average price for this route is around NZ$64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Arequipa to Cusco?
The average bus travel time from Arequipa to Cusco is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 325 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Cruz del Sur.
Which bus companies service the Arequipa to Cusco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Cruz del Sur, Oltursa, Excluciva, Transzela, Turismo Mer, Econociva.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Arequipa to Cusco?
The earliest bus departs from Arequipa to Cusco at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Arequipa to Cusco?
A bus trip from Arequipa to Cusco generates an estimated 8.1097 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Arequipa to Cusco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cruz del Sur, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8128 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Arequipa to Cusco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Cruz del Sur has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Arequipa to Cusco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cruz del Sur, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Arequipa to Cusco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Cruz del Sur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Arequipa to Cusco was searched and found on Jul 17, 2026 with a price of NZ$46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Arequipa to Cusco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$46 to NZ$70 for a bus ticket from Arequipa to Cusco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$46 which is on 2026-07-19.
Usually Cruz del Sur will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
