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

The cheapest way to get from Lima to La Paz 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 La Paz?

The fastest way to get from Lima to La Paz is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $160 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and La Paz?

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 La Paz?

The distance between Lima and La Paz is 1091 km. The road distance is 1491.9 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Lima to La Paz, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Lima to La Paz?

The best way to get from Lima to La Paz is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $160 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $550 and takes 29h.

Where does the Lima to La Paz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lima to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to La Paz is 1492 km. It takes approximately 20h 9m to drive from Lima to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 456+ hotels available in La Paz.

Lima to La Paz - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lima to La Paz 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)LIM - LPB
1h 45m
$162–414
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lima - Terminal Arriola to La PazVia Lima
29h
$100–550
Drive 1,491.9 km
1. Drive from Lima to La Paz1,491.9 km
20h 9m
$225–324
Bus via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
1. Take the bus from Oltursa Lima Terminal to La Paz
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 45m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and La Paz, Bolivia?

LATAM Chile and Boliviana de Aviación 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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