What is the cheapest way to get from Lima to El Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Lima to El Alto is to bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte which costs $140 - $160 and takes 31h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima to El Alto?

The fastest way to get from Lima to El Alto is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $170 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and El Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lima - Terminal Arriola and arriving at La Paz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29h.

How far is it from Lima to El Alto?

The distance between Lima and El Alto is 1091 km. The road distance is 1486.5 km.

How do I travel from Lima to El Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Lima to El Alto without a car is to bus which takes 29h and costs $100 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Lima to El Alto?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Lima to El Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to El Alto bus from?

Lima to El Alto bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, depart from Lima - Terminal Arriola station.

Bus or fly from Lima to El Alto?

The best way to get from Lima to El Alto is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $170 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $550 and takes 29h.

Where does the Lima to El Alto bus arrive?

Lima to El Alto bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, arrive at La Paz station.

What is the time difference between Lima and El Alto?

El Alto is 1h ahead of Lima. It is currently 9:19 AM in Lima and 10:19 AM in El Alto.

Can I drive from Lima to El Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to El Alto is 1486 km. It takes approximately 20h 4m to drive from Lima to El Alto.

Where can I stay near El Alto?

There are 438+ hotels available in El Alto.

Lima to El Alto - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lima to El Alto 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 Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)plane LIM - LPB
1h 46m
$172–454
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lima - Terminal Arriola to La Pazbus Via Lima
29h
$100–550
Drive 1,486.5 km
1. Drive from Lima to El Altocar 1,486.5 km
20h 4m
$224–323
Bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
1. Take the bus from Oltursa Lima Terminal to La Pazbus
31h 16m
$141–154

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

9Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,091 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and El Alto, Bolivia?

Boliviana de Aviación and LATAM Chile fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) once daily. Alternatively, Nuevo Continente Internacional operates a bus from Lima - Terminal Arriola to La Paz once daily. Tickets cost $100–550 and the journey takes 29h.

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