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 1h 15m 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 La Paz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Cusco to La Paz?

The distance between Cusco and La Paz is 522 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 12h 30m and costs $30 - $340.

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

Cusco to La Paz bus services, operated by Kanoo Tours, 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 1h 15m and costs $150 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $340 and takes 12h 30m.

How long is the flight from Cusco to La Paz?

The quickest flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Cusco to La Paz bus arrive?

Cusco to La Paz bus services, operated by Kanoo Tours, arrive at 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.

Which airlines fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. offers flights from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Airport to El Alto International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 442+ hotels available in La Paz.

Cusco to La Paz - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, shuttle, and car

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to fly from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 4 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
1h 15m
$150–330
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cusco to La PazCusco
12h 30m
$30–340
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

Cusco to La Paz by bus

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12h 30mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 522.2 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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, Kanoo Tours operates a bus from Cusco to La Paz once daily. Tickets cost $14 and the journey takes 12h 30m. Nuevo Continente Internacional also services this route once daily.

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