What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani is to bus and train which costs $190 - $310 and takes 3 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani is to fly which takes 18h 58m and costs $550 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Colchani?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Colchani via Cusco, La Paz Bus Terminal and Uyuni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 0h.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Colchani is 2495 km. The road distance is 3135.1 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani without a car is to bus which takes 5 days 0h and costs $550 - $950.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

It takes approximately 18h 58m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Colchani bus from?

Rio de Janeiro to Colchani bus services, operated by Trans Acreana LTDA, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani is to fly which takes 18h 58m and costs $550 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Buenos Aires, which costs $380 - $600 and takes 3 days 15h.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Colchani bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Colchani bus services, operated by Trans Acreana LTDA, arrive at Cusco station.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Colchani?

Colchani is 1h behind Rio de Janeiro. It is currently 6:41 PM in Rio de Janeiro and 5:41 PM in Colchani.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Colchani is 3135 km. It takes approximately 41h 53m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani.

Where can I stay near Colchani?

There are 49+ hotels available in Colchani.

Rio de Janeiro to Colchani - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani by plane, bus, train, 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 from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)GIG - UYU
18h 58m
$581–841
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal de Omnibus Retiro
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Terminal La Quiaca
3. Take the train from Villazón to Uyuní
3d 13h
$194–310
Drive 3,135.1 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Colchani3,135.1 km
41h 53m
$316–457
Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)SDU - UYU
20h 4m
$572–983
Bus via Buenos Aires
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal de Omnibus Retiro
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Villazón
3. Take the bus from Villazón to Uyuni
3d 15h
$387–592
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Cusco
2. Take the bus from Cusco to Terminal de Buses La Paz
3. Take the bus from La Paz Bus Terminal to Uyuni
5d
$573–924

Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) flights

7Weekly Planes

17h 28mAverage Duration

$541Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,494.6 km
Duration: 18h 58m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Colchani, Potosí, Bolivia?

Boliviana de Aviación, LATAM Chile, and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Colchani via Terminal de Omnibus Retiro, Villazón, Uyuni, and Uyuni in around 3d 15h.

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