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

The cheapest way to get from Puno to El Alto is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puno to El Alto is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Puno and El Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puno and arriving at La Paz. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Puno to El Alto?

The distance between Puno and El Alto is 266 km. The road distance is 252.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Puno to El Alto without a car is to bus via Desaguadero which takes 6h 23m and costs $200 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Puno to El Alto, including transfers.

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

Puno to El Alto bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, depart from Terminal Terrestre Puno station.

Where does the Puno to El Alto bus arrive?

Puno to El Alto bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, arrive at Terminal de Buses Desaguadero station.

What is the time difference between Puno and El Alto?

El Alto is 1h ahead of Puno. It is currently 1:30 AM in Puno and 2:30 AM in El Alto.

Can I drive from Puno to El Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Puno to El Alto is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Puno to El Alto.

Where can I stay near El Alto?

There are 463+ hotels available in El Alto.

Puno to El Alto - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and Tour

There are 4 ways to get from Puno to El Alto by bus, car, or shuttle

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 Desaguadero
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Puno to Terminal de Buses DesaguaderoCusco
2. Take the bus from Desaguadero to La PazLa Paz
6h 23m
$208–227
Drive 252.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Puno to El Alto252.3 km
3h 49m
$38–55
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La PazPuno / ...
12h 30m
$50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puno to La PazPuno
7h 30m
$220–250

Puno to El Alto by bus

21Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

$220Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 266 km
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal Terrestre Puno to H. Arcoiris-Policlinico Villa Fatima via Terminal de Buses Desaguadero, Desaguadero, La Paz, and Terminal Minasa in around 6h 23m.

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