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

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta is to bus via Maipu esq. Avenida Argentina which costs $55 - $150 and takes 27h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta is to fly which takes 9h 24m and costs $380 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and Antofagasta?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rioja to Antofagasta. However, there are services departing from Terminal La Rioja and arriving at Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada via Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 50m.

How far is it from La Rioja to Antofagasta?

The distance between La Rioja and Antofagasta is 784 km. The road distance is 1065.5 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta without a car is to bus which takes 25h 50m and costs $55 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta, including transfers.

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

La Rioja to Antofagasta bus services, operated by Andesmar, depart from Terminal La Rioja station.

Bus or fly from La Rioja to Antofagasta?

The best way to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta is to fly which takes 9h 24m and costs $380 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 25h 50m.

Where does the La Rioja to Antofagasta bus arrive?

La Rioja to Antofagasta bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Terminal de Salta station.

Can I drive from La Rioja to Antofagasta?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to Antofagasta is 1066 km. It takes approximately 17h 42m to drive from La Rioja to Antofagasta.

Where can I stay near Antofagasta?

There are 267+ hotels available in Antofagasta.

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

There are 5 ways to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta 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
best
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF)IRJ - ANF
9h 24m
$387–1,234
Bus via Maipu esq. Avenida Argentina
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de Salta
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo CavadaSalta
27h 13m
$57–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de Salta
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo CavadaSalta
25h 50m
$59–136
Drive 1,065.5 km
1. Drive from La Rioja to Antofagasta1,065.5 km
17h 42m
$132–190
Bus via Maipu esq. Avenida Argentina #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de SaltaMendoza
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo CavadaSalta
27h 23m
$61–134

La Rioja to Antofagasta by bus

4Weekly Buses

25h 50mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rioja to Antofagasta.

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Distance: 784.3 km
Duration: 9h 24m

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

Aerolíneas Argentinas and LATAM Chile fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada via Terminal de Salta in around 25h 50m.

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