Machu Picchu is located approximately 72 km from Cusco in a straight line and 209 km en route by track and train. Many believe that Machu Picchu is just around the corner from the city of Cusco, the truth is that the trip can last up to 3 hours, one hour thirty by private transport and another hour thirty by train, at the moment it is the only access road, there are projects so that the route is only by road, but there is a long way to go. It can also be reached directly by train, but it takes longer and costs more. Although the trip is beautiful and picturesque, we recommend it for travelers who have time and a budget.