Cities Near Urubamba
Cities near Urubamba, Peru: 7 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Cusco, Abancay, Ayacucho. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Urubamba, Peru is Cusco, about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road. Below, 7 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cusco | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Abancay | 56 mi / 91 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ayacucho | 142 mi / 229 km | 3 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Juliaca | 201 mi / 324 km | 4 hr 24 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Arequipa | 217 mi / 350 km | 4 hr 44 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Puno | 224 mi / 361 km | 4 hr 54 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Huancayo | 225 mi / 363 km | 4 hr 55 min | 55 min | Short break |
Day trips from Urubamba
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Cusco, Abancay. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Urubamba
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Ayacucho. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Urubamba include Cusco, Abancay, Ayacucho, Juliaca, Arequipa. The closest is Cusco, about 18 miles (29 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.