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

The cheapest way to get from Cusco to La Paz is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cusco to La Paz is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $150 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Cusco and La Paz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cusco and arriving at Terminal de Buses La Paz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Cusco to La Paz?

The distance between Cusco and La Paz is 533 km. The road distance is 627.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cusco to La Paz without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $30 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cusco to La Paz, including transfers.

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

Cusco to La Paz bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, depart from Cusco station.

Bus or fly from Cusco to La Paz?

The best way to get from Cusco to La Paz is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $150 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $350 and takes 13h.

Where does the Cusco to La Paz bus arrive?

Cusco to La Paz bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, arrive at Terminal de Buses La Paz station.

Can I drive from Cusco to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cusco to La Paz is 628 km. It takes approximately 10h 32m to drive from Cusco to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 442+ hotels available in La Paz.

Cusco to La Paz - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, shuttle, car

There are 5 ways to get from Cusco to La Paz by plane, bus, train, shuttle, 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
best
1. Fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)CUZ - LPB
4h 9m
$154–329
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to Terminal de Buses La PazCusco
13h
$30–350
Train, shuttle, bus
1. Take the train from Cusco - Wanchaq to Puno
2. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to Desaguadero
3. Take the bus from Desaguadero to La Paz
16h 13m
$413–5,507
Drive 627.9 km
1. Drive from Cusco to La Paz627.9 km
10h 32m
$95–137
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Cusco Real Inka Car to PunoCusco / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La PazPuno / ...
22h 28m
$242–1,117

Cusco to La Paz by bus

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Distance: 532.6 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Cusco, Peru and La Paz, Bolivia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Nuevo Continente Internacional operates a bus from Cusco to Terminal de Buses La Paz once daily. Tickets cost $30–350 and the journey takes 13h.

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