PeruRail’s Hiram Bingham Train: The All-Inclusive Luxury Trip to Machu Picchu

Summary

Belmond’s Hiram Bingham Train is a luxury service that takes travelers from Cusco to Machu Picchu in an elegant setting inspired by the 1920s, offering an exclusive trip with gourmet cuisine, live music, stunning panoramic views and personalized attention, making the journey a unique and unforgettable experience to the Inca citadel.

What would be my itinerary taking the Hiram Bingham train round trip on the same day from Cusco?

The train schedule that best suits you to make the most of the day is the one that leaves in the morning, If you are going from Cusco, you would opt for the bimodal route with the following itinerary:

If you decide to take the PeruRail Hiram Bingham train leaving at 5:40 AM from Cusco (via the bimodal route Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu) (and return Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco), here is the optimized itinerary to make the most of your visit to Machu Picchu.

Itinerary departing at 7:20 AM:

Map of the Hiram Bingham Train service route from Rail Machupicchu

Detailed map of the train route to Machu Picchu, highlighting iconic landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. Includes major stops such as Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, with information on amenities, tourist attractions, and spectacular views of the Sacred Valley.

Main routes PeruRail Hiram Bingham

Travel comfortably on PeruRail’s Hiram Bingham Train from Ollantaytambo to the magical town of Aguas Calientes, the gateway to one of the wonders of the world.

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• Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Route
  • Departure station: Ollantaytambo
  • Travel time: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Approximate price: USD 570.00
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Day	10:53	12:24

• Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo Route
  • Departure station: Machu Picchu.
  • Travel time: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Approximate price: USD 570.00
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Vespertines	17:50	19:25

• Poroy – Machu Picchu Route
  • Departure station: Poroy (13 km from Cusco)
  • Availability:
    • May – December
  • Travel time: Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Day	09:50	12:24

• Machu Picchu – Poroy Route
  • Departure station: Machu Picchu
  • Availability:
    • May – December
  • Travel time: Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Day	17:50	21:16

• Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Bimodal Route:
  • Description: On this route travelers will begin their journey on a bus from the Wanchaq station to Ollantaytambo, from there they will board the PeruRail Hiram Bingham train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu).
  • Departure and arrival stations:
    • Bus:
      • Departure: Wanchaq (Cusco)
      • Arrival: Ollantaytambo
    • Train:
      • Departure: Ollantaytambo
      • Arrival: Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
  • Duration of the trip:
    • Bus: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
    • Train: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
    • Total: Approximately 4 hours from Cusco to Machu Picchu, depending on bus and train connections.
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Day	07:20	12:24

  • Approximate price: USD 570.00

• Bimodal Route Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
  • Description: On this route travelers will board the PeruRail Hiram Bingham train from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) to Ollantaytambo, from there they will take a bus to the city of Cusco.
  • Departure and arrival stations:
    • Train:
      • Departure: Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
      • Arrival: Ollantaytambo
    • Bus:
      • Departure: Ollantaytambo
      • Arrival: Wanchaq (Cusco)
  • Duration of the trip:
    • Train: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
    • Bus: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
    • Total: Approximately 4 hours from Cusco to Machu Picchu, depending on bus and train connections.
  • Departure times:

    Schedule	Departure time	Arrival Time
    Vespertines	17:50	22:10

  • Approximate price: USD 570.00

Recommendations

• The Belmond Hiram Bingham bimodal service includes a private bus that departs from Wanchaq Station, located 5 minutes from the center of Cusco, bound for the Belmond Hotel. Here, the transfer to the Belmond Train takes place, with the final destination being Machu Picchu Station. The return trip from Machu Picchu Station to Cusco will maintain the same bimodal service (train + bus) and includes the transfer of passengers to their respective hotels located in the center of Cusco.
• Prices are per person per route and include general sales tax. Please note that payment of general sales tax (IGV) is mandatory under Peruvian law.
• Infants under 3 years old do not pay a fare and will occupy the parents’ seat, unless they wish to have a seat for themselves, in which case the cost will be 25% off the ticket purchase.
• Children ages 3-11 are eligible for a 25% discount on ticket purchases.
• The baggage allowance must not exceed 8 kg/17.64 lbs per passenger.
• We remind you that on the day of your trip you must arrive at the station 30 minutes before the train departs.
• PeruRail Wifi: Exclusive Internet access service for passengers at the Poroy, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu stations.
• Schedules may vary due to operational issues.

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