PeruRail vs Inca Rail: Which Train to Machu Picchu Should You Choose?
Both make almost the same trip. Pick the departure time that fits your entrance ticket first, then compare price and class.
Classes, side by side
| Category | PeruRail | Inca Rail | From, each way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Expedition | The Voyager | US$ 60 |
| Panoramic | Vistadome | The 360° | US$ 100 |
| Premium | Vistadome Observatory | — | US$ 160 |
| Luxury | Hiram Bingham | First Class | Ask |
These are reference fares. The real fare changes by date and time, and it can be much higher.
Which one suits you
- On a budget: compare Expedition and The Voyager on your date, and take the cheapest one that arrives on time.
- For the views: Vistadome and The 360° offer more of the scenery. The 360° adds an open-air car.
- For a special occasion: Vistadome Observatory, First Class or Hiram Bingham.
Luggage
Plan on one backpack of about 8 kg per person. PeruRail and Inca Rail publish similar limits, so confirm them before you travel. Leave large bags at your hotel or in luggage storage.
Timing matters most
Check your entrance time and leave room for the bus, which can have a line in high season. If you have an early entrance, consider staying overnight in Aguas Calientes.
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