Bus from Aguas Calientes to
Machu Picchu
Duration:
Rounded-trip
Difficulty:
Easy
Elevation:
2700msnm
Service:
Transportation
Have you already bought your tickets to Machu Picchu? Please note that after arriving in Aguas Calientes, known as the town of Machu Picchu, you still have a short stretch before reaching the ‘Lost Citadel of the Incas’. This short journey can be done by bus or on foot. The fastest and most comfortable alternative is to take the bus.
Here is how to purchase your bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
Bus tickets to Machu Picchu
Where to buy the bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu?
The purchase of the bus ticket is done on the official website of Consettur or you can also buy it personally in Aguas Calientes, You can buy bus tickets at the following address:
Address: Av. Hermanos Ayar S/N, before the Bridge of the Ruins.
It is not necessary to reserve tickets in advance. The ticket office operates according to the following schedule:
Monday to Sunday, from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm.
At the entrance of the Inca City, you will also find another ticket office if you decide to walk up and go down by bus.
How much are the bus tickets to Machu Picchu?
These are the current bus fares to Machu Picchu.
Consettur Bus Ticket | Serivce Transportation Cost 2024 Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu |
| FOREIGN ADULT Up and Down | 24.00 USD$ |
| FOREIGN ADULT Up or Down | 12.00 USD$ |
| FOREIGN CHILD Up and Down | 12.00 USD$ |
| FOREIGN CHILD Up or Down | 7.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL ADULT Up and Down | 15.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL ADULT Up or Down | 8.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL STUDENT Up and Down | 10.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL STUDENT Up or Down | 6.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL CHILD Up and Down | 8.00 USD$ |
| NATIONAL CHILD Up or Down | 5.00 USD$ |
| Ascent and Descent GUIDE | PEN S/. 12.00 |
| RESIDENT CUSCO Up and Down | PEN S/. 19.00 |
| RESIDENT MACHUPICCHU Up and Down | PEN S/. 8.00 |
What are the departure times of the buses to Machu Picchu?
Buses depart every 10 minutes heading towards Machu Picchu. During the morning, there can be substantial lines for boarding the buses, which leads to departures occurring every 5 minutes.
Ride to Machu Picchu
Buses leave from the town of Aguas Calientes, the usual stop is on Hermanos Ayar Avenue, a short distance from the train station.
The buses arrive at the main entrance of Machu Picchu. From that point, you can board the buses back to Aguas Calientes town.
Faq
Is the bus trip to Machu Picchu dangerous?
Traveling by bus does not represent any risk. Only tourist buses travel on the Hiram Bingham highway that leads to Machu Picchu. These buses are ecological, modern and undergo constant revisions.
Is there a bus from Lima to Machu Picchu?
Lima, the capital of Peru, is located at a distance of 503 KM from Machu Picchu. There are no direct bus services connecting both destinations.
The itinerary to get from Lima to Machu Picchu is as follows:
- Travel by plane or bus from Lima to Cusco.
- Board a minivan from Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
- Take a train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Continue the journey by bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
Is there a bus from Cusco to Machu Picchu?
There is no bus service that directly connects Cusco with Machu Picchu.
There are three routes to get from Cusco to Machu Picchu:
- Train route from Cusco to Machu Picchu.
- Inca Trail.
- Bus service from Cusco to Hidroelectrica.How do I get to Machu Picchu without a tour?
Bus or Walk to Machu Picchu?
How long does the bus to Machu Picchu take?
The bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu covers a distance of only 10 kilometers and takes approximately 30 minutes.
The return trip from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes takes approximately 25 minutes.
Which is the company that sells the bus tickets?
The company that manages the bus service and ticket sales on the Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes route is called ‘Consettur’.
Bus tickets can be purchased both on their website and at their points of sale located in Cusco. Also, visitors have the option of purchasing bus tickets online through a tour agency
Can I buy the bus ticket in the town of Aguas Calientes?
Yes, there are sales points in the town of Aguas Calientes and there is always availability so you don’t have to worry about this, buses leave every 5 minutes.
Can I buy return bus tickets at the gate of Machu Picchu?
In the entrance area to Machu Picchu, there is a kiosk where you can buy bus tickets to and from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
These bus tickets can be easily purchased on the spot and there is ample availability. No tourist will be left without being able to board the return bus.
Can I walk down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes?
Of course this is what many tourists opt for, as it is much easier to descend on foot.
Are there cabs from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu?
There are no cabs, the town is so small that no mobility circulates except the buses that go to Machu Picchu.
- Pick up from the hotel
- Train ride through the Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Entrance Machu Picchu
- Our professional bilingual guide
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this world wonder, you can do it in just one day, ask about this tour and make your reservation.
