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

The cheapest way to get from La Paz to Quito is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 45h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Paz to Quito is to fly and car which takes 7h and costs $300 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between La Paz and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from La Paz to Quito. However, there are services departing from La Paz and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from La Paz to Quito?

The distance between La Paz and Quito is 2177 km. The road distance is 3237.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Paz to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 15h and costs $200 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from La Paz to Quito, including transfers.

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

La Paz to Quito bus services, operated by Transporte Internacional Litoral, depart from La Paz station.

Where does the La Paz to Quito bus arrive?

La Paz to Quito bus services, operated by Transporte Internacional Litoral, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Can I drive from La Paz to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between La Paz to Quito is 3237 km. It takes approximately 45h 16m to drive from La Paz to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 836+ hotels available in Quito.

La Paz to Quito - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from La Paz to Quito by plane, car, or bus

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

Fly, car
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)LPB - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quito
7h
$302–505
Bus via Lima #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza NorteLa Paz
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeLima
2d 18h
$170–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza NorteLa Paz
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeLima-Cucuta
2d 15h
$200–300
Drive 3,237.3 km
1. Drive from La Paz to Quito3,237.3 km
45h 16m
$184–266
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Oltursa Lima Terminal
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeLima-Cucuta
2d 17h
$257–377

La Paz to Quito by bus

7Weekly Buses

2d 15hAverage Duration

$200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,177 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between La Paz, Bolivia and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from La Paz to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte in around 2d 15h.

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