Day trip from Cusco to Ayacucho
Ayacucho lies 248 km (154 mi) west of Cusco, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 248 km (154 mi) apart, Ayacucho is a realistic day trip from Cusco: about 4 h 2 min each way by road.
| Cusco | Ayacucho | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Population | 428,450 | 140,033 |
| Elevation | 3,312 m (10,866 ft) | 2,805 m (9,203 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 08001–08003 | 04180–16000 |
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Staying in Ayacucho
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Common questions
How far is Ayacucho from Cusco?
248 km (154 mi) in a straight line, west of Cusco; by road roughly 302 km (188 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cusco to Ayacucho by road?
About 4 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cusco and Ayacucho?
No, both are on America/Lima at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.