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

The cheapest way to get from Uyuni to La Paz is to bus which costs $7 - $220 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Uyuni to La Paz is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $204 - $206.

Is there a direct bus between Uyuni and La Paz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Uyuni and arriving at El Alto. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 36m.

How far is it from Uyuni to La Paz?

The distance between Uyuni and La Paz is 463 km. The road distance is 538.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Uyuni to La Paz without a car is to bus which takes 10h 36m and costs $7 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Uyuni to La Paz, including transfers.

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

Uyuni to La Paz bus services, operated by Flota Panamericana, depart from Uyuni station.

Bus or fly from Uyuni to La Paz?

The best way to get from Uyuni to La Paz is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $204 - $206. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $220 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Uyuni to La Paz bus arrive?

Uyuni to La Paz bus services, operated by Flota Panamericana, arrive at El Alto station.

Can I drive from Uyuni to La Paz?

Yes, the driving distance between Uyuni to La Paz is 538 km. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from Uyuni to La Paz.

Where can I stay near La Paz?

There are 442+ hotels available in La Paz.

Uyuni to La Paz - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Uyuni 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 from Uyuni Airport
best
1. Fly from Uyuni Airport to La Paz Airport
1h 3m
$204–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Uyuni to El AltoVillazón / ...
10h 36m
$7–220
Drive 538.2 km
1. Drive from Uyuni to La Paz538.2 km
7h 32m
$27–38
Fly Uyuni Airport to El Alto International Airport
1. Fly from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)UYU - LPB
1h 53m
$180–212

Uyuni to La Paz by bus

84Weekly Buses

10h 36mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 463.1 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia and La Paz, Bolivia?

EcoJet Airlines flies from Uyuni Airport to La Paz Airport 6 times a week. Alternatively, Flota Panamericana operates a bus from Uyuni to El Alto 4 times a day. Tickets cost $7–20 and the journey takes 10h 36m. Seven other operators also service this route.

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