Bus Hidroelectrica to Cusco
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Machu Picchu By Bus
Tourist Bus 4.2
14:00
HIDROELECTRICA, Bus Station
21-Jun-2025
6h 4520:45
CUSCO, San Francisco Square
21-Jun-2025
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Machu Picchu By Bus
Tourist Bus 4.2
14:45
HIDROELECTRICA, Bus Station
21-Jun-2025
6h 3021:15
CUSCO, San Francisco Square
21-Jun-2025
Returning to Cusco from Machu Picchu (Hidroelectrica)
14 years experience of taking people on extraordinary adventure holidays.
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Bus Hidroelectrica Cusco Itinerary
Our bus departs from the bus station Hidroelectrica (Hydroelectric) in 2 schedules: 14:00 and 14:45 hours. The bus will not make stops as on the Cusco - Hidroelectrica route, but will do so if you need it. Some passengers disembark in the village of Ollantaytambo.
Our tour assistance staff is located in 2 locations in Hidroelectrica, at the train station and at our private station. They will be waiting for you.
Hour-by-hour Itinerary
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1
13:50 Meeting Time
The boarding point is the bus station Hidroelectrica (Machu Picchu). Our staff is there providing assistance from 13:30. And online from 05:30 AM.
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2
14:00 Departure Time
Our buses depart at 2 times: 02:00 PM / 02:45 PM. However, we recommend taking the first bus.
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19:30 Ollantaytambo Town
Although the driver knows that you will disembark in Ollantaytambo, it is advisable to let him know in advance.
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21:20 Arrival to Cusco City
The trip ends at the Plaza San Francisco (downtown), 2 blocks from the Main Square.
Itinerary Summary
- 13:50 : Meeting Time.
- 14:00 : First Departure Time.
- 14:50 : Second Departure Time.
- 19:30 : Arrival time to Ollantaytambo Town.
- 21:20 : Arrival time to Cusco.
Trip Information
- Hidroelectrica - Cusco Distance : 212 kms / 131 miles
- Highest Point on the Route : 4321 masl / 14176.51 ft.
- Hidroelectrica Altitud : 1780 masl / 5839.895 ft.
- Approximate bus travel time : 7 hours.
Recommendations
- If you wish to have lunch at Hidroelectrica we recommend 2 things: arrive early and eat lightly.
- If you have arrived at Hidroelectrica early and your bus ticket is for the second bus, don't worry, you can board the first bus. The staff will assist you.
- We highly recommend buying water for the bus trip and also for the hike from Machu Picchu to Hidroelectrica. It is also necessary to take pills for altitude sickness and motion sickness.
Our Travel Options to Cusco
Looking for a bus from Hidroelectrica to Ollantaytambo?
Check out our itinerary from Hidroelectrica to Ollantaytambo and buy your bus tickets!
Additional Information
The Hike from Hidroelectrica to Machu Picchu Town
The trail to Machu Picchu is mostly flat and follows the train tracks for most of the way, offering an accessible hike for travellers. The route is fully signposted, making it easy to follow and impossible to get lost. In addition, it is common to meet other tourists going to or coming from Machu Picchu Town, making the hike a shared and safe experience.
Information and Recommendations
- Upon arrival at the bus station you will decide whether to have lunch or continue the journey to the town of Aguas Calientes.
- If you decide to continue without lunch, remember to bring some snacks and water for the hike.
- Don't forget to support the local people by buying water and snacks, they have small shops just beyond the Hidroelectrica checkpoint.
- The hike from the Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes village takes about 2 to 3 hours.
- The path is flat and fully signposted. It is impossible to get lost!
- On the way you will meet many travellers coming and going from Aguas Calientes town.
- When you arrive at Puente Ruinas (a former train station) you should continue your walk along the road and not along the train tracks.
- If you have entered the town by the recommended route, then you will come across the town's food market, where you can find food stalls at cheap prices.
- You will also find the bus stop for the buses that go to Machu Picchu Park.
The Alternative to the Hiking: Train from Machu Picchu Town to Hidroelectrica
That's right. There is a train service from Aguas Calientes Town to Hidroelectrica run by the Perurail company. However, there are a couple of things you should know:
- 1st : The cost of the train ticket is $37.00 USD per person.
- 2nd : You must buy it at least 45 minutes before the train departs.. The purchase is direct, it cannot be done by another person. The Perurail ticket office is located 5 minutes from the tourist checkpoint.
Train Timetable: Machu Picchu Town to Hidroelectrica
Departure Place | Departure Time | Arrival Place | Arrival Time |
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Hidroelectrica | 13:30 hours. | Machu Picchu Town | 14:15 hours |
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Travel Safe on the Road
Our transport units are certified and have all the necessary equipment for a safe, comfortable and enjoyable journey. Our drivers are professionals and have years of experience traveling on this route.


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