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

The cheapest way to get from Tumbes to La Paz is to bus which costs $140 - $170 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tumbes to La Paz is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $240 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Tumbes and La Paz?

No, there is no direct bus from Tumbes to La Paz. However, there are services departing from Tumbes and arriving at La Paz via Lima Luna Pizarro and Lima - Terminal Arriola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Tumbes to La Paz?

The distance between Tumbes and La Paz is 1979 km. The road distance is 2736.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tumbes to La Paz without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 0h and costs $140 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Tumbes to La Paz, including transfers.

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

Tumbes to La Paz bus services, operated by CIVA, depart from Tumbes station.

Bus or fly from Tumbes to La Paz?

The best way to get from Tumbes to La Paz is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $240 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $650 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Tumbes to La Paz bus arrive?

Tumbes to La Paz bus services, operated by CIVA, arrive at Lima Paseo de la República station.

Can I drive from Tumbes to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Tumbes to La Paz is 2736 km. It takes approximately 37h 15m to drive from Tumbes to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 459+ hotels available in La Paz.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tumbes 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 Tumbes (TBP) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)TBP - LPB
6h 31m
$240–472
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tumbes to Lima Paseo de la RepúblicaLima
2. Take the bus from Lima - Terminal Arriola to La PazVia Lima
2d
$143–649
Drive 2,736.4 km
1. Drive from Tumbes to La Paz2,736.4 km
37h 15m
$412–595
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Tumbes to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza NorteLima
2. Take the bus from Oltursa Lima Terminal to La Paz
2d 1h
$168–243
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tumbes to Lima - SurquilloLima / ...
2. Take the bus from Oltursa Lima Terminal to La Paz
2d 6h
$149–166

Tumbes (TBP) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 47mAverage Duration

$230Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,979.2 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

LATAM Chile and Boliviana de Aviación fly from Tumbes (TBP) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tumbes to La Paz via Lima Paseo de la República, Lima Luna Pizarro, and Lima - Terminal Arriola in around 2d.

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