What is the cheapest way to get from Chile to La Paz?

The cheapest way to get from Chile to La Paz is to bus via Arica which costs $70 - $140 and takes 41h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chile to La Paz?

The fastest way to get from Chile to La Paz is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $180 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Chile and La Paz?

No, there is no direct bus from Chile to La Paz. However, there are services departing from PA448-Avenida Matta / esq. San Diego and arriving at La Paz via Terminal Alameda - Turbus and Oruro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 21m.

How far is it from Chile to La Paz?

The distance between Chile and La Paz is 1932 km. The road distance is 2355 km.

How do I travel from Chile to La Paz without a car?

The best way to get from Chile to La Paz without a car is to bus which takes 39h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chile to La Paz?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Chile to La Paz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chile to La Paz bus from?

Chile to La Paz bus services, operated by Jet Nort Super Class, depart from Terminal Alameda - Turbus station.

Bus or fly from Chile to La Paz?

The best way to get from Chile to La Paz is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $180 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 39h 21m.

Where does the Chile to La Paz bus arrive?

Chile to La Paz bus services, operated by Jet Nort Super Class, arrive at Oruro station.

Can I drive from Chile to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Chile to La Paz is 2355 km. It takes approximately 30h 44m to drive from Chile to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 457+ hotels available in La Paz.

Chile to La Paz - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chile to La Paz by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
best
1. Fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)SCL - LPB
6h 37m
$183–435
Bus via Arica
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Rodoviario de AricaSantiago
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to La PazArica
41h 22m
$71–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to OruroSanta Cruz
2. Take the bus from Oruro to La PazLa Paz-Oruro
39h 21m
Drive 2,355 km
1. Drive from Santiago to La Paz2,355 km
30h 44m
$291–420
Fly from Antofagasta Airport
1. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)ANF - LPB
10h 20m
$245–579
Fly from La Araucanía International Airport
1. Fly from La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)ZCO - LPB
12h 20m
$204–705

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 25mAverage Duration

$175Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,931.5 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Chile and La Paz, Bolivia?

LATAM Chile and Boliviana de Aviación fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from PA448-Avenida Matta / esq. San Diego to La Paz via PI345-Parada 2 /, Terminal Alameda - Turbus, and Oruro in around 39h 21m.

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