What is the cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni?

The cheapest way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 22h.

What is the fastest way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni?

The fastest way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni is to fly which takes 13h 44m and costs $480 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Arequipa and Uyuni?

No, there is no direct bus from Arequipa to Uyuni. However, there are services departing from Arequipa and arriving at Uyuni via La Paz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h.

How far is it from Arequipa to Uyuni?

The distance between Arequipa and Uyuni is 1060 km. The road distance is 939.3 km.

How do I travel from Arequipa to Uyuni without a car?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni without a car is to bus which takes 22h and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Arequipa to Uyuni?

It takes approximately 22h to get from Arequipa to Uyuni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arequipa to Uyuni bus from?

Arequipa to Uyuni bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, depart from Arequipa station.

Bus or fly from Arequipa to Uyuni?

The best way to get from Arequipa to Uyuni is to bus which takes 22h and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $480 - $800 and takes 13h 44m.

Where does the Arequipa to Uyuni bus arrive?

Arequipa to Uyuni bus services, operated by Nuevo Continente Internacional, arrive at La Paz station.

What is the time difference between Arequipa and Uyuni?

Uyuni is 1h ahead of Arequipa. It is currently 3:39 PM in Arequipa and 4:39 PM in Uyuni.

Can I drive from Arequipa to Uyuni?

Yes, the driving distance between Arequipa to Uyuni is 939 km. It takes approximately 16h 49m to drive from Arequipa to Uyuni.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arequipa to Uyuni?

Book your Arequipa to Uyuni bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Uyuni?

There are 55+ hotels available in Uyuni.

Arequipa to Uyuni - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Arequipa to Uyuni by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to La Pazbus
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Uyunibus La Paz
22h
$51–128
Drive 939.3 km
1. Drive from Arequipa to Uyunicar 939.3 km
16h 49m
$142–204
Bus to La Paz Airport, fly to Uyuni Airport
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to La Pazbus
2. Fly from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airportplane
14h 17m
$178–183
Bus via Arequipa
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to La Pazbus La Paz
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Uyunibus La Paz
23h
$60–543
Bus to El Alto International Airport, fly to Uyuni Airport
1. Take the bus from Arequipa to La Pazbus
2. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane LPB - UYU
15h 16m
$177–250
Fly Rodríguez Ballón International Airport to Uyuni Airport
1. Fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane AQP - UYU
13h 44m
$485–768

La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport flights

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Distance: 1,060.4 km
Duration: 22h

What companies run services between Arequipa, Peru and Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia?

You can take a bus from Arequipa to Uyuni via La Paz in around 22h. Alternatively, LATAM Chile, Boliviana de Aviación, and two other airlines fly from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) 3 times a day.

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