{"id":969,"date":"2025-01-05T14:45:54","date_gmt":"2025-01-05T18:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/?p=969"},"modified":"2025-12-16T14:15:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T17:45:42","slug":"machu-picchu-trains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains","title":{"rendered":"Machu Picchu Trains 2026: Tickets, Cost, Tours, Schedules, and all you need to know."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you planning to visit <strong>Machu Picchu by train<\/strong>? Then, excellent choice! Getting to Machu Picchu aboard a <strong>panoramic train<\/strong> is one of the most amazing experiences you could ever have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are many <strong>trains to Machu Picchu <\/strong>available according to your <strong>budget <\/strong>and <strong>preferences<\/strong>. But, how can I choose the best train option for the Inca citadel? In this post, we will provide you with updated information to select an unforgettable <strong>train ride to Machu Picchu<\/strong> in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_to_Machu_Picchu\"><\/span>Trains to Machu Picchu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fde6fb88f37\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fde6fb88f37\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_to_Machu_Picchu\" title=\"Trains to Machu Picchu\">Trains to Machu Picchu<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Cusco\" title=\"Trains to Machu Picchu from Cusco\">Trains to Machu Picchu from Cusco<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_departing_from_Poroy_Station\" title=\"Trains departing from Poroy Station\">Trains departing from Poroy Station<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_departing_from_San_Pedro_Station\" title=\"Trains departing from San Pedro Station\">Trains departing from San Pedro Station<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Bimodal_Service_to_Machu_Picchu\" title=\"Bimodal Service to Machu Picchu\">Bimodal Service to Machu Picchu<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Inca_Rail_Trains_departing_from_Av_El_Sol_843_block_6_Cusco\" title=\"Inca Rail Trains (departing from Av. El Sol 843 block 6, Cusco)\">Inca Rail Trains (departing from Av. El Sol 843 block 6, Cusco)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Peru_Rail_Trains_departing_from_Wanchaq_station\" title=\"Peru Rail Trains (departing  from Wanchaq station)\">Peru Rail Trains (departing  from Wanchaq station)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Ollantaytamo\" title=\"Trains to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytamo\">Trains to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytamo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Urubamba\" title=\"Trains to Machu Picchu from Urubamba\">Trains to Machu Picchu from Urubamba<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Map\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Map\">Machu Picchu Train Map<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Stations\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Stations\">Machu Picchu Train Stations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#How_to_buy_train_tickets_to_Machu_Picchu\" title=\"How to buy train tickets to Machu Picchu?\">How to buy train tickets to Machu Picchu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Ticket_Cost\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Ticket Cost\">Machu Picchu Train Ticket Cost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Schedules_2026\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Schedules 2026\">Machu Picchu Train Schedules 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#How_long_is_the_train_ride_to_Machu_Picchu\" title=\"How long is the train ride to Machu Picchu?\">How long is the train ride to Machu Picchu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Peru_Rail_or_Inca_Rail_Which_is_better\" title=\"Peru Rail or Inca Rail, Which is better?\">Peru Rail or Inca Rail, Which is better?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Peru_Rail_Train_Expedition\" title=\"Peru Rail Train Expedition\">Peru Rail Train Expedition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Peru_Rail_Train_Vistadome\" title=\"Peru Rail Train Vistadome\">Peru Rail Train Vistadome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Peru_Rail_Train_Vistadome_Observatory\" title=\"Peru Rail Train Vistadome Observatory\">Peru Rail Train Vistadome Observatory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Inca_Rail_Train_The_Voyager\" title=\"Inca Rail Train The Voyager\">Inca Rail Train The Voyager<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Inca_Rail_Train_360%C2%B0\" title=\"Inca Rail Train 360\u00b0\">Inca Rail Train 360\u00b0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Luxury\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Luxury\">Machu Picchu Train Luxury<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Hiram_Bingham_Train_Services\" title=\"Hiram Bingham Train Services\">Hiram Bingham Train Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Machu_Picchu_Train_Tours\" title=\"Machu Picchu Train Tours\">Machu Picchu Train Tours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Recommendations_Machu_Picchu_Train\" title=\"Recommendations Machu Picchu Train\">Recommendations Machu Picchu Train<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/machu-picchu-trains\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>three ways to get to Machu Picchu<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multi-day hiking (Inca Trail, Salkantay trek, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By taking a long bus ride + hike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only by train.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>safest and fastest<\/strong> way to reach the ancient citadel is <strong>by train<\/strong>. Many visitors decide to select this option for several reasons. Here you have some <strong>benefits <\/strong>of taking the <strong>train to Machu Picchu.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ideal if coming with family and children.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s safe and fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affordable rates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It provides a scenic rail tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent choice if you just have a few days in Cusco.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available the whole year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>2 companies offer <strong>train tickets<\/strong> <strong>to Machu Picchu<\/strong>; <strong>Peru Rail, <\/strong>and <strong>Inca Rail.<\/strong> These trains depart from 3 different locations, you can choose your departure from any of the following stations: <strong>Cusco (Poroy \/Wanchaq\/San Pedro), <em>Ollantaytambo, <\/em>or <em>Urubamba<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Cusco\"><\/span>Trains to Machu Picchu from Cusco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a <a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">day trip to Machu Picchu<\/a>, we highly recommend boarding your <strong>train from Cusco<\/strong>. There are three stations here: <strong>Wanchaq, San Pedro,<\/strong> and <strong>Poroy<\/strong>. But, which one should I choose? According to our customers&#8217; experiences, we recommend taking your train from <strong>Poroy<\/strong> (see more details in the <strong>Machu Picchu Train Stations section<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_departing_from_Poroy_Station\"><\/span>Trains departing from Poroy Station<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the trains that you can board if departing from Cusco <strong>Poroy station:*<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train Expedition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Hiram Bingham (Only Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_departing_from_San_Pedro_Station\"><\/span>Trains departing from San Pedro Station<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the trains that you can board if departing from Cusco <strong>San Pedro station:*<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train Expedition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><em>*In 2025, no trains from Inca Rail Company departing<\/em> <em>from Poroy<\/em>\/<em>San Pedro Station<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bimodal_Service_to_Machu_Picchu\"><\/span>Bimodal Service to Machu Picchu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another way to get to Machu Picchu by combining Bus + Train. You can normally expect to travel this way from January 1st to April 30th. However, since <strong>2021<\/strong>, this service has been operating all year long.  The <strong>bimodal service<\/strong> is provided by both companies departing from 2 different locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inca_Rail_Trains_departing_from_Av_El_Sol_843_block_6_Cusco\"><\/span>Inca Rail Trains (departing from <strong>Av. El Sol 843 block 6, Cusco<\/strong>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train The Voyager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train The Voyager Premium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peru_Rail_Trains_departing_from_Wanchaq_station\"><\/span>Peru Rail Trains (departing  from Wanchaq station)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train Expedition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome Observatory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Ollantaytamo\"><\/span>Trains to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytamo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve booked a multi-day tour package, you&#8217;ll probably depart from Ollantaytambo station. Both Peru Rail and Inca Rail offer departures with the following trains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peru Rail<\/strong> <strong>Trains<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train Expedition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train Vistadome Observatory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inca Rail Trains<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Voyager Train<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 360\u00b0 train.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_to_Machu_Picchu_from_Urubamba\"><\/span>Trains to Machu Picchu from Urubamba<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only one train from the Peru Rail Company departs from Urubamba (hotel Tambo del Inca) to Machu Picchu:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train Vistadome 601<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Map\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-map.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-map.jpg\" alt=\"Machu Picchu Train Map\" class=\"wp-image-997\" width=\"1200\" height=\"NaN\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-map.jpg 1060w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-map-768x556.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1060px) 100vw, 1060px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Train Stations to Machu Picchu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Stations\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Stations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Poroy Station<\/strong>: This station is located 14 Km from Cusco center (25 min drive). It&#8217;s normally open from May 1st to December 31st (dry season), and closed from January to April.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ollantaytambo station: <\/strong>This station is located 62 Km from Cusco center (1hr 30 min drive). It operates the whole year. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Machu Picchu station: <\/strong>Located in Aguas Calientes (known as <em>Machu Picchu pueblo<\/em> as well). It operates the whole year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>San Pedro station: <\/strong>It&#8217;s located in the Cusco center, and operates Peru Rail trains departing to\/from Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wanchaq station: <\/strong>It&#8217;s located in Cusco and it normally opens from January to April (rainy season) for the bimodal service (bus + train).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-station-Poroy.jpg\" alt=\"Poroy Station\" class=\"wp-image-1053\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Poroy Train Station<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_buy_train_tickets_to_Machu_Picchu\"><\/span>How to buy train tickets to Machu Picchu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 2 ways to <strong>buy your train tickets<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can get your tickets through the train companies. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.perurail.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Peru Rail<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/incarail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Inca Rail<\/a> websites to see all options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Through a travel agency. We&#8217;re an <strong>authorized travel agency<\/strong> to sell train tickets to Machu Picchu. Just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/contacto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">contact us<\/a> to get your tickets for any of the trains. We offer <strong>competitive rates<\/strong>, <strong>refunds<\/strong>, the <strong>best schedules<\/strong>, and our <strong>permanent assistance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Ticket_Cost\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Ticket Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The train prices depend on the <strong>date of travel<\/strong>, the <strong>type of train<\/strong>, and <strong>schedules<\/strong>.<br>To have an idea, the cheapest train ticket cost around USD 100.00 &#8211; 120.00, and the most expensive up to USD 500.00 (round trip ticket).<br>You can also benefit from interesting rates during the low season. Feel free to <strong>contact us<\/strong> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-ticket.jpg\" alt=\"Machu Picchu Train Ticket \" class=\"wp-image-1060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-ticket.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/machu-picchu-train-ticket-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">                                                               Machu Picchu Train Ticket 2021<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Schedules_2026\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Schedules 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peru Rail Trains Cusco &#8211; Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Train<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Departure<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arrival<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expedition 33<\/td><td>(Poroy) 6:40 am<\/td><td>09:54 am<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vistadome 33<\/td><td>(Poroy) 6:40 am<\/td><td>09:54 am<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expedition 203<\/td><td>(San Pedro) 7:30 am<\/td><td>12:11 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vistadome 203<\/td><td>(San Pedro) 7:30 am<\/td><td>12:11 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hiram Bingham 11<\/td><td>(Poroy) 09:05 am<\/td><td>12:24 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vistadome Observatory<\/td><td>(Wanchaq) 05:10 am<\/td><td>09:15 am<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peru Rail Trains Ollantaytambo &#8211; Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Train<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Departure <\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arrival<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expedition 603<\/td><td>15h37<\/td><td>17h05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vistadome 603<\/td><td>15h37<\/td><td>17h05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expedition 75<\/td><td>19h04<\/td><td>20h45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vistadome 75<\/td><td>19h04<\/td><td>20h45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expedition 51<\/td><td>21h00<\/td><td>22h45<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inca Rail Trains Ollantaytambo &#8211; Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Train<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Departure<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arrival<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Voyager<\/td><td>06h40<\/td><td>08h10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Voyager<\/td><td>07h22<\/td><td>08h58<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Voyager<\/td><td>11h15<\/td><td>12h50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Voyager premium<\/td><td>07h22<\/td><td>08h58<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Voyager premium<\/td><td>11h15<\/td><td>12h50<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_the_train_ride_to_Machu_Picchu\"><\/span>How long is the train ride to Machu Picchu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The travel time depends on the station you&#8217;re departing from. <br>In general, you can expect the following distances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>San Pedro station &#8211; Machu Picchu station: 4 hrs 40 min.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poroy station &#8211; Machu Picchu station: 3hrs 30 min.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urubamba station &#8211; Machu Picchu station: 2hrs 30 min.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ollantaytambo station &#8211; Machu Picchu station: 1hr 40 min.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have booked the <strong>Bimodal service<\/strong>, then you can expect a bus ride (2 hrs) + the train ride (1hr 40 min).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peru_Rail_or_Inca_Rail_Which_is_better\"><\/span>Peru Rail or Inca Rail, Which is better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best train is the one that fits your particular needs. Both trains provide excellent service towards Machu Picchu. However, here we present you their main characteristics and differences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peru_Rail_Train_Expedition\"><\/span>Peru Rail Train Expedition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The train Expedition of Peru Rail is one of the cheapest for your trip to Machu Picchu. Nevertheless, it offers all the comfort you need; <strong>comfortable seats, roof glass, nice decoration, food &amp; beverage service, <\/strong>etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The train Expedition has <strong>daily departures<\/strong> from the following stations: San Pedro, Poroy, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-machu-picchu-1.jpg\" alt=\"Train Machu Picchu\" class=\"wp-image-1065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-machu-picchu-1.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-machu-picchu-1-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Train Expedition<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peru_Rail_Train_Vistadome\"><\/span>Peru Rail Train Vistadome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The train Vistadome offers an amazing trip to Machu Picchu. It has <strong>panoramic windows<\/strong> that create a real connection with nature. Onboard, you can enjoy the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Background music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bigger and more comfortable seats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Panoramic views.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food &amp; Beverage service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live show (music and typical dances).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fashion show (Alpaca wool collection).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vistadome train has convenient schedules and daily departures from the following stations: <strong>San Pedro, Poroy, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-vistadome-1.jpg\" alt=\"Train Vistadome\" class=\"wp-image-1071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-vistadome-1.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/train-vistadome-1-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Train Vistadome<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peru_Rail_Train_Vistadome_Observatory\"><\/span>Peru Rail Train Vistadome Observatory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vistadome Observatory is a new experience by Peru Rail. It adds an observatory car to the train enabling a great experience to fully enjoy the landscapes. During the journey, you will be able to move between the panoramic and observatory car. <br>You&#8217;ll have the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Panoramic view<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live typical dance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air purification system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Background music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bimodal service (bus + train).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vistadome observatory departs every day from Cusco on its bimodal service (bus + train). Ideal if you&#8217;re planning a <a href=\"http:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1-day tour to Machu Picchu.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/obseratory.jpg\" alt=\"train machu picchu\" class=\"wp-image-1074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/obseratory.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/obseratory-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Train Vistadome Observatory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inca_Rail_Train_The_Voyager\"><\/span>Inca Rail Train The Voyager<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Voyager Machu Picchu is one of the train services provided by Inca Rail. It offers affordable rates as well as all you need to enjoy your trip to Machu Picchu. By taking the Voyager train, you can have the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comfortable seats with tables in front.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wide windows to enjoy the landscape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Background music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The waiting room at Ollantaytambo station.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, it has <strong>daily departures <\/strong>from Ollantaytambo station and from Cusco city on its bimodal service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyager-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyager-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyager-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyager-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyager-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Voyager<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inca_Rail_Train_360%C2%B0\"><\/span>Inca Rail Train 360\u00b0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s another train service from Inca Rail, which offers you more comfort for your Machu Picchu trip. This train provides the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wider and more comfortable seats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Panoramic windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Custom service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Larger luggage allowed aboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, you have different train services at your disposal. You should think about your needs (and budget) to select the best one for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyagerPre.jpg\" alt=\"Train Inca Rail\" class=\"wp-image-1081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyagerPre.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/voyagerPre-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Voyager Premium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Luxury\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Luxury<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If we talk about elegance and high-quality service, then we have to talk about the<strong> luxurious Hiram Bingham train<\/strong>. <br>This is the perfect train if you&#8217;re looking for a unique, exclusive experience towards the enigmatic Machu Picchu.<br>The Hiram Bingham is a train modeled on the Pullman cars of the 1920s furnished in polished wood and large comfortable armchairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Hiram Bingham train<\/strong> departs every Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from the following stations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Poroy Station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ollantaytambo Station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Machu Picchu Station.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hiram_Bingham_Train_Services\"><\/span>Hiram Bingham Train Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking the Hiram Bingham train, you can enjoy the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Welcome show aboard and typical dances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live music show on board.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gourmet lunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An Observatory Car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An elegant diner car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bar car with great cocktails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VIP lounge at Machu Picchu station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Te time at the Sanctuary Lodge Hotel in Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luxury-train-machu-picchu.jpg\" alt=\"Luxury Train Machu Picchu\" class=\"wp-image-1084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luxury-train-machu-picchu.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.machupicchu-explorer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luxury-train-machu-picchu-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luxury Train Machu Picchu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machu_Picchu_Train_Tours\"><\/span>Machu Picchu Train Tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>trip to Machu Picchu<\/strong> by train is one of the most remarkable experiences you can have while visiting Peru. It provides safety and allows you to optimize your time. That&#8217;s why we present you with a few ideas to <strong>visit Machu Picchu by train.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full day tour to Machu Picchu.<\/a> This tour allows you to visit the Inca citadel including train tickets, guided tour, transfers, and all entrance fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-2-day-tour\/\">2-d<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-2-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ay tour to Machu Picchu.<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-2-day-tour\/\"> <\/a>Explore Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley in two days. Select the train of your preferences and go at your own pace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/machupicchu-explorer.com\/tours\/machu-picchu-5-day-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5-day tour to Machu Picchu.<\/a> Forget all bookings and just relax. enjoy Cusco, the Sacred Valley,<strong> the Rainbow Mountain<\/strong>, and of course, Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommendations_Machu_Picchu_Train\"><\/span>Recommendations Machu Picchu Train<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After reading this information, we finally advise you the following to select the best train option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train schedule. Select <strong>day trains to enjoy the landscape<\/strong> instead of taking a train in the nighttime. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrive 30 minutes before train departure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Book your tickets quite in <strong>advance<\/strong>, especially during the peak season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t forget your passports and personal items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to have a copy of your ticket on your mobile just in case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check if you have the Bimodal service included in your booking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2021, during the <strong>pandemic<\/strong>, the use of <strong>masks and face shields are mandatory.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Machu Picchu<\/strong> is an iconic place in <strong>Peru<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re planning to visit it, consider taking the <strong>train<\/strong>, at least a one-way ticket, you will not regret it.<br>As travel advisers for almost 10 years, we encourage you to visit the Inca citadel and remain at your disposal for any assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you planning to visit Machu Picchu by train? 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