What is the cheapest way to get from Iquique to La Rioja?

The cheapest way to get from Iquique to La Rioja is to bus via San Salvador de Jujuy which costs $110000 - $290000 and takes 31h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iquique to La Rioja?

The fastest way to get from Iquique to La Rioja is to bus and fly which takes 13h 59m and costs $500000 - $1800000.

Is there a direct bus between Iquique and La Rioja?

No, there is no direct bus from Iquique to La Rioja. However, there are services departing from Iquique and arriving at Terminal La Rioja via Pozo Almonte, Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus and Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 1m.

How far is it from Iquique to La Rioja?

The distance between Iquique and La Rioja is 1198 km. The road distance is 1483.5 km.

How do I travel from Iquique to La Rioja without a car?

The best way to get from Iquique to La Rioja without a car is to bus via Pozo Almonte which takes 30h 1m and costs $110000 - $320000.

How long does it take to get from Iquique to La Rioja?

It takes approximately 13h 59m to get from Iquique to La Rioja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iquique to La Rioja bus from?

Iquique to La Rioja bus services, operated by Chile Local Buses, depart from Iquique station.

Where does the Iquique to La Rioja bus arrive?

Iquique to La Rioja bus services, operated by Chile Local Buses, arrive at Pozo Almonte station.

What is the time difference between Iquique and La Rioja?

La Rioja is 1h ahead of Iquique. It is currently 3:32 PM in Iquique and 4:32 PM in La Rioja.

Can I drive from Iquique to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Iquique to La Rioja is 1483 km. It takes approximately 23h 20m to drive from Iquique to La Rioja.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 210+ hotels available in La Rioja.

Iquique to La Rioja - 5 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Iquique to La Rioja by bus, plane, 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.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Pozo Almontebus
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Iquique Airportbus
3. Fly from Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ)plane IQQ - IRJ
13h 59m
$513,345–1,759,391
Bus via San Salvador de Jujuy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rodovario de Iquique to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Busbus
2. Take the bus from Calama to Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuybus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal La Riojabus
31h 15m
$112,662–288,174
Bus via Pozo Almonte
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Pozo Almontebus
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Busbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Saltabus
4. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal La Riojabus
30h 1m
$114,108–318,654
Drive 1,483.5 km
1. Drive from Iquique to La Riojacar 1,483.5 km
23h 20m
$253,559–366,251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Alto Hospicio to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Busbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Saltabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal La Riojabus
31h 2m
$123,662–277,216

Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) flights

5Weekly Planes

12h 18mAverage Duration

$489,687Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iquique to La Rioja.

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Distance: 1,197.9 km
Duration: 13h 59m

What companies run services between Iquique, Chile and La Rioja, Argentina?

You can take a bus from Iquique to Terminal La Rioja via Pozo Almonte, Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus, Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus, and Terminal de Salta in around 30h 1m.

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