Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. The Ollantaytambo train station is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from downtown Cusco and 1 hour and 55 minutes from Cusco Airport. PeruRail and IncaRail trains depart from this station. Both companies have daily round-trip departures at different times and with different types of services.
Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
To get to the Ollantaytambo train station, there are several options by private and/or shared car. The best option is to request a private transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station, as the transfer is direct and you will arrive at the station on time.
Request your private transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station or vice versa!
Important: You must arrive at the train station 40 minutes early, as trains depart on time; there is NO waiting.
The train ride from Ollantaytambo Station to Aguas Calientes Station takes 1 hour and 40 minutes. The Aguas Calientes Station is located in Machu Picchu Town.
To reach the entrance gate to Machu Picchu, you have two options. The first option is to walk from Machu Picchu Town to the entrance gate. It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending largely on your physical condition. The entire route is fully signposted. The second option is to purchase a Bus Consettur ticket. The trip takes 30 minutes. The round-trip ticket costs $24.
Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes Trains
PeruRail and IncaRail trains depart from this station, and here’s their service information:
PeruRail: Offers local train service for Peruvians (24 soles), the Expedition tourist train (approximately $160, which may vary), the Vistadome tourist train (approximately $190, which may vary), and the Vistadome Observatory tourist train (approximately $240, which may vary).
IncaRail: Voyager tourist train (approximately $140, which may vary), the 360º tourist train (approximately $200, which may vary), and the Premium & Lodge tourist train (approximately $220, which may vary).
The price shown is roundtrip; you can purchase a single ticket or a roundtrip if you prefer. Roundtrip service is available, but the price is lower.
Ollantaytambo Station
