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

The cheapest way to get from Mendoza to La Rioja is to bus which costs $38000 - $90000 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendoza to La Rioja is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $320000 - $700000.

Is there a direct bus between Mendoza and La Rioja?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Mendoza and arriving at Terminal La Rioja. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Mendoza to La Rioja?

The distance between Mendoza and La Rioja is 609 km. The road distance is 576.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mendoza to La Rioja without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $38000 - $90000.

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

The bus from Terminal Mendoza to Terminal La Rioja takes 8h 10m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

Bus or fly from Mendoza to La Rioja?

The best way to get from Mendoza to La Rioja is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $38000 - $90000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $320000 - $700000 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Mendoza to La Rioja bus arrive?

Mendoza to La Rioja bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Terminal La Rioja station.

Can I drive from Mendoza to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendoza to La Rioja is 576 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Mendoza to La Rioja.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 196+ hotels available in La Rioja.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Mendoza to La Rioja 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 Mendoza to Terminal La Riojabus Mendoza
8h 10m
$38,000–90,000
Drive 576.3 km
1. Drive from Mendoza to La Riojacar 576.3 km
8h 13m
$74,764–107,993
Fly from Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport
1. Fly from Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ)plane MDZ - IRJ
5h 57m
$327,036–658,883
Bus via Villa Media Agua
1. Take the bus from Terminal Mendoza to Media Aguabus
2. Take the bus from Media Agua to Terminal La Riojabus
9h 25m
$53,453–93,861
Bus to Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Mendoza to Terminal De Ómnibus San Juanbus
2. Fly from Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ)plane UAQ - IRJ
11h 40m
$226,323–992,988

Mendoza to La Rioja by bus

60Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

$38,000Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mendoza to La Rioja.

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Distance: 609.2 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Mendoza, Argentina and La Rioja, Argentina?

Andesmar operates a bus from Terminal Mendoza to Terminal La Rioja 4 times a day. Tickets cost $38,000–70,000 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART fly from Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) 3 times a week.

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