Cusco to Lima, Peru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

357 miles 574.6 km · straight line
686.1 miles actual route 1104.2 km · driving distance
17h 42min estimated drive time
PEN 395 - PEN 486 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cusco from Lima, Peru?

The distance from Cusco to Lima, Peru is 357 miles (574.6 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Peru is located WNW of Cusco. By car, the driving distance is approximately 686.1 miles, taking about 17h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in Peru.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cusco and Lima, Peru. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cusco to Lima, Peru

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 42min PEN 395 - PEN 486 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 14min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~16h 49min $82–$240* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Cusco & Lima, Peru

Quick Facts

Cusco
13.53°S, 71.97°W
America/Lima
3400m elevation
Lima, Peru
12.05°S, 77.04°W
America/Lima
154m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM