Home to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Urubamba is a quintessentially southern Peruvian town with much to explore. The tall Andean mountains and lush greenery give this charming location a laid-back vibe. Tourists far and wide come to Urubamba to experience another side of Incan history and try out the multiple adventure sports activities on offer.
You can take a taxi or bus if you want to get from Cusco Airport to Urubamba. Taking a taxi is preferable for many tourists because the route is direct, safe, and reasonably priced. On average, the journey takes 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs €25 (PEN 100) for up to 3 passengers.
Public transport is much more complex and not as safe. You’d have to take a combination of bus services totalling 2 hours and 30 minutes of travel time and take a 15-minute walk to make the connection. Your tickets for the journey will likely come to €1.10 (PEN 4.50) per person.
Alternatively, you can pre-book a transfer from Cusco Airport to Urubamba. That way, you’ll have zero wait times, a fixed price agreed in advance, and a comfortable, custom vehicle for your travel party.
Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Cusco at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.
