How to get from Cuzco to Puno

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What is the best way to travel from Cuzco to Puno?

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Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 30m
$10
$17
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Car
7h 10m
$96
$96
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What is the cheapest way to reach Puno from Cuzco?

You can get to Puno with just $10 by taking a Bus from Transportes Libertad, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $10
Tuesday
from $10
Wednesday
from $10
Thursday
from $10
Friday
from $10
Saturday
from $10
Sunday
from $10

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $11
  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $22
  • Trans Salvador
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Trans Salvador
    First Class
    $25

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    4:15 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $11
  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $22
  • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $14
  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Economy
    $17
  • Peru Selected Trips
    7h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Peru Selected Trips
    Economy
    $21

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Nuevo Continente
    7h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Nuevo Continente
    First Class
    $25
  • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Transzela
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $21
  • Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $23

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Transzela
    11h 30m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Avalos Tours
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Avalos Tours
    First Class
    $23
  • Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Transzela
    7h 0m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Economy
    $17
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Peru Selected Trips
    7h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Peru Selected Trips
    Economy
    $21

What are the fastest trips from Cuzco to Puno?

You can get to Puno from Cuzco in just 6h 30m with a Bus from Transportes Cruz del Sur. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 6h 45m
Tuesday
from 6h 45m
Wednesday
from 6h 30m
Thursday
from 6h 45m
Friday
from 7h 0m
Saturday
from 7h 0m
Sunday
from 6h 30m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $22
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $11
  • Trans Salvador
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Trans Salvador
    First Class
    $25

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $22
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    4:15 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $11
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Economy
    $17
  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Peru Selected Trips
    7h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Peru Selected Trips
    Economy
    $21
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Turismo San Luis
    8h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo San Luis
    First Class
    $14

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Transzela
    6h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Nuevo Continente
    7h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Nuevo Continente
    First Class
    $25
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Transzela
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $21
  • Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $23
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Cusela Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Premium Economy
    $20
  • Avalos Tours
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Avalos Tours
    First Class
    $23
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Transzela
    11h 30m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • Qhapaq Adventures
    7h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:10 PM
    Puno
    Railway Station
    0
    Qhapaq Adventures
    Premium Economy
    from $96

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Transportes Cruz del Sur
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Cruz del Sur
    Economy
    $17
  • Transzela
    7h 0m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transzela
    Economy
    $14
  • Turismo Mer
    7h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Turismo Mer
    Business
    $19
  • Peru Selected Trips
    7h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 AM
    Puno
    Bus Station
    0
    Peru Selected Trips
    Economy
    $21
  • Transportes Libertad
    8h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Cuzco
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Puno
    Train Station
    0
    Transportes Libertad
    Premium Economy
    $10
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cuzco to Puno

What are the most popular stations in Cuzco and Puno?

In Cuzco, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Wanchaq Train Station or Cusco - Av El Sol (Inca Rail), while in Puno you will be arriving at Bus Station, Cámara de transporte turistico or Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Puno from Cuzco? With 5 connections between 20 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cuzco and Puno, you can pay as low as $10 with a Bus from Transportes Libertad.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Transportes Cruz del Sur: you will get to Puno in just 6h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cuzco and Puno are Transportes Libertad, Transzela and Turismo Mer, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cuzco and Puno is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Wanchaq or to Lago Titicaca, and look at flights from Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, and landing at Juliaca Inca Manco Cápac Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cuzco to Puno?

The most popular companies between Cuzco and Puno, are Transportes Libertad, Transzela and Turismo Mer. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Transportes Libertad, Transzela, Turismo Mer and 7 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cuzco to Puno

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cuzco to Puno. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cuzco to Puno

How can I reach Puno from Cuzco?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Puno from Cuzco.

How far is Puno from Cuzco?

The distance between Cuzco and Puno is 206.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cuzco and Puno?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 82 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cuzco to Puno?

You can get to Puno with just $10 by taking a Bus from Transportes Libertad.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuzco to Puno?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Puno in just 6h 30m with a Bus from Transportes Cruz del Sur.

More routes to Cuzco and to Puno

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cuzco and to Puno. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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