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

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to Tarija is to bus which costs $55 - $100 and takes 21h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to Tarija is to drive which takes 13h 35m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and Tarija?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rioja to Tarija. However, there are services departing from Terminal La Rioja and arriving at Tarija via Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 45m.

How far is it from La Rioja to Tarija?

The distance between La Rioja and Tarija is 1235 km. The road distance is 1097.2 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rioja to Tarija without a car is to bus via Salta which takes 20h 45m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 20h 45m to get from La Rioja to Tarija, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from La Rioja to Tarija?

The best way to get from La Rioja to Tarija is to bus via Salta which takes 20h 45m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $370 - $1,300 and takes 25h 41m.

Where does the La Rioja to Tarija bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between La Rioja and Tarija?

Tarija is 1h behind La Rioja. It is currently 6:40 AM in La Rioja and 5:40 AM in Tarija.

Can I drive from La Rioja to Tarija?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to Tarija is 1097 km. It takes approximately 13h 35m to drive from La Rioja to Tarija.

Where can I stay near Tarija?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tarija.

La Rioja to Tarija - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from La Rioja to Tarija 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 via Salta
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de Saltabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Tarijabus Salta
20h 45m
$61–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal La Quiacabus Mendoza
2. Take the bus from Villazón to Tarijabus Tarija-Villazón
21h 45m
$59–97
Drive 1,097.2 km
1. Drive from La Rioja to Tarijacar 1,097.2 km
13h 35m
$98–142
Fly to Tarija
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Tarija (TJA)plane IRJ - TJA
25h 41m
$375–1,218
Bus via Salta #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de Saltabus
2. Take the bus from Salta to Tarijabus Tarija
21h 52m
$95–121
Fly to Gobernador Horacio Guzmán International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Gobernador Horacio Guzmán International Airport (JUJ)plane IRJ - JUJ
2. Take the bus from San Salvador de Jujuy to Tarijabus
15h 51m
$326–1,178
Fly to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA)plane IRJ - SLA
2. Take the bus from Salta to Tarijabus
16h 27m
$315–756

La Rioja to Tarija by bus

7Weekly Buses

20h 45mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rioja to Tarija.

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Distance: 1,235.5 km
Duration: 20h 45m

What companies run services between La Rioja, Argentina and Tarija, Bolivia?

You can take a bus from Terminal La Rioja to Tarija via Terminal de Salta in around 20h 45m. Alternatively, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Boliviana de Aviación, and Silk Way Airlines fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to Tarija (TJA) 4 times a week.

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