Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Plaza San Francisco | Hidroeléctrica (Terminal Privado) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | 218 Plaza Kusipata | Hidroelectrica (Machu Picchu) | No tags |
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Get from Cusco to Aguas Calientes
The journey takes about 4 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cusco to Aguas Calientes 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 Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cusco to Aguas Calientes start from $18. The average price for this route is around $116. 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 Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
The average bus trip duration from Cusco to Aguas Calientes is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 45 miles (73 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by PeruRail Titicaca.
Which bus companies service the Cusco to Aguas Calientes route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from PeruRail Titicaca, Wayanay, Machupicchu by Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
The earliest bus departs from Cusco to Aguas Calientes at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
A bus trip from Cusco to Aguas Calientes generates an estimated 1.8135000000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Wayanay, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is PeruRail Titicaca, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cusco to Aguas Calientes?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is PeruRail Titicaca, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Cusco to Aguas Calientes was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $165 for a bus ticket from Cusco to Aguas Calientes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-06-15.
Usually PeruRail Titicaca 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.
