Cruz del Sur receives high praise for its professionalism, safety measures, and comfortable seating. Passengers appreciate the clean buses with spacious reclining seats that enhance their travel experience. While some mention minor delays in arrival times and temperature issues on board, these do not overshadow the overall positive feedback regarding service quality and passenger care.
Cruz del Sur Cusco Arequipa recent customer reviews
Even though almost the entire bus was empty, a girl was seated next to me. No Bluetooth to connect the screen. A bit cold. Other than that, good
4 out of 5 stars
Henriette Oudmayer S.
The whole process was very smooth, from booking to arriving at our destination. Check in at Terminal Cruz del Sur in Cusco was easy and the bus was extremely comfortable and clean. The reclining seats are excellent and the 10 hour ride to Arequipa was without incident. We arrived an hour late but it wasn’t a problem for us.
5 out of 5 stars
Luisa C.
It all worked well. A bit late arriving in Arequipa due to heavy traffic. Bus very clean
According to 54 reviews, Excluciva received a 3.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Excluciva ticket prices on this trip start at R 496
Best bus trip I've ever taken! Curtains for privacy, a TV, and we even got a snack.
5 out of 5 stars
Kayla A.
Haven't used other bus companies in Peru so can't compare, but very disappointed with Exclusiva. The staff in Cusco station were very rude, the bus had no wifi, it was ridiculously cold the whole 10 hours, and the stale bread and crackers they served as a meal don't even deserve to be described as 'food'. I visit 10-15 countries a year and it's literally the worst 'food' offering i've ever received on transport. Nothing impressive about this company.
2 out of 5 stars
Timothy Neil S.
Great experience, very comfortable seats and so lovely to get free pillows and blankets! The heating needs fixing though, the bus felt like a sauna at times.
According to 23 reviews, Oltursa received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Oltursa ticket prices on this trip start at R 674
Oltursa Cusco Arequipa recent customer reviews
It was pretty cold down the back of the bus compared to the front (on the 1st floor). Although it was great to be able to put the seats back, the one in front of me went back so far I couldn't move my legs much at all. The girl I'm front of my partner on numerous occasions kept ramming her chair back and hitting his knees.
3 out of 5 stars
Rebecca T.
They said there was wifi and there was not
1 out of 5 stars
Ben K.
Chairs were good, staff was kind, food was not so good
Based on 288 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Transzela ticket prices on this trip start at R 574
Transzela Cusco Arequipa recent customer reviews
Great seats, good temperature inside the bus and great service
Based on 31 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Turismo Mer ticket prices on this trip start at R 407
Turismo Mer Cusco Arequipa recent customer reviews
They actually switched bus company. And it was so hot, it was a torture the whole ride.
1 out of 5 stars
Elliott G.
The bus broke down and I was stranded 2 hours outside Arequipa, horrible experience
Based on 22 reviews, Superciva was rated 2.5 stars for this trip. Superciva ticket prices on this trip start at R 303, with the trip lasting on average 780.
Bus was great, but getting info at the terminal was difficult as nobody spoke English and was unwilling to explain to me that after I picked up the ticket, I had to pay 1,5 soles for something I don’t even know what for and which bus I should board- the info on the ticket didn’t help me at all.
The only reason why I managed to get to the right bus in time was because of a young man who graciously followed me all the way. The others just waved me away- it was stressful and I eventually became desperate. Luckily one man out of the 10 staff members I asked helped me. I’m not sure I would recommend any foreigners to take the bus.
4 out of 5 stars
Julie Lee B.
The bus makes lots of random stops in the middle of the night and lets people on and off in the middle of the road, and not at proper bus stations.
3 out of 5 stars
Timothy R.
We were under the impression that the bus had Wi-Fi and Ac. It had neither. The driver cranked the heat up so high we were burning up and there was no windows for us to open or air to control. When we asked to turn it down we were rudly told No. The Bus also had a very weird smell. I will never time the superciva bus.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cusco to Arequipa by bus
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How much is the bus ticket from Cusco to Arequipa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cusco to Arequipa start at R 407. The average price for this route is around R 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cusco to Arequipa?
The average bus journey time from Cusco to Arequipa is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 325 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by Cruz del Sur.
Which bus companies service the Cusco to Arequipa route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cusco to Arequipa?
The earliest bus departs from Cusco to Arequipa at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cusco to Arequipa?
A bus trip from Cusco to Arequipa produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cusco to Arequipa?
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 8096 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cusco to Arequipa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cruz del Sur has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cusco to Arequipa?
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 Cusco to Arequipa?
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.
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The cheapest trip from Cusco to Arequipa was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 477
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cusco to Arequipa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 477 to R 1 114 for a bus ticket from Cusco to Arequipa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 477, which is on 2025-12-11.
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The cheapest trip from Cusco to Arequipa was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 477
