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

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to drive which takes 10h 47m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and La Serena?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rioja to La Serena. However, there are services departing from Terminal La Rioja and arriving at Terminal de buses La Serena via Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 7m.

How far is it from La Rioja to La Serena?

The distance between La Rioja and La Serena is 1338 km. The road distance is 668.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rioja to La Serena without a car is to bus which takes 21h 7m and costs $65 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 21h 7m to get from La Rioja to La Serena, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from La Rioja to La Serena?

The best way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to bus which takes 21h 7m and costs $65 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $800 and takes 16h 26m.

Where does the La Rioja to La Serena bus arrive?

La Rioja to La Serena bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at San Juan station.

Can I drive from La Rioja to La Serena?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to La Serena is 668 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from La Rioja to La Serena.

Where can I stay near La Serena?

There are 1575+ hotels available in La Serena.

La Rioja to La Serena - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from La Rioja to La Serena by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to San Juanbus Corrientes / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan to Terminal de buses La Serenabus San Juan
21h 7m
$70–1,052
Drive 668.3 km
1. Drive from La Rioja to La Serenacar 668.3 km
10h 47m
$83–119
Fly
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC)plane IRJ - LSC
16h 26m
$164–755
Bus via Terminal La Rioja
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal De Ómnibus San Juanbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan to Terminal de buses La Serenabus San Juan
22h
$84–1,054

Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC) flights

6Weekly Planes

19h 23mAverage Duration

$164Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rioja to La Serena.

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Distance: 1,338 km
Duration: 21h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de buses La Serena via Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan in around 21h 7m. Alternatively, Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Chile, and KLM fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC) 6 times a week.

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