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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to La Paz is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 44h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito to La Paz?

The fastest way to get from Quito to La Paz is to car and fly which takes 8h 35m and costs $290 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and La Paz?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to La Paz. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at La Paz via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte and Lima - Terminal Arriola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Quito to La Paz?

The distance between Quito and La Paz is 2177 km. The road distance is 3230.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to La Paz without a car is to bus via Lima which takes 2 days 10h and costs $220 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Quito to La Paz, including transfers.

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

Quito to La Paz bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to La Paz bus arrive?

Quito to La Paz bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Can I drive from Quito to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to La Paz is 3230 km. It takes approximately 44h 48m to drive from Quito to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 448+ hotels available in La Paz.

Quito to La Paz - 5 ways to travel via car, plane, bus, and Tour

There are 5 ways to get from Quito to La Paz by car, plane, bus, 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.

Car, fly
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)UIO - LPB
8h 35m
$295–505
Bus, Tour
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Lima Javier Prado
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Arequipa
3. Take the bus from Arequipa to Puno
4. Take a shuttle bus from Puno to La Paz
2d 23h
$149–260
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza NorteCúcuta
2. Take the bus from Lima - Terminal Arriola to La PazVia Lima
2d 10h
$221–692
Drive 3,230.4 km
1. Drive from Quito to La Paz3,230.4 km
44h 48m
$184–265
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza NorteCúcuta
2. Take the bus from Oltursa Lima Terminal to La Paz
2d 11h
$259–300

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

27Weekly Planes

8h 34mAverage Duration

$264Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,177.2 km
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and La Paz, Bolivia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to La Paz via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Lima Nicolas Arriola, and Lima - Terminal Arriola in around 2d 10h.

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