What is the cheapest way to get from Arica to El Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Arica to El Alto is to bus which costs $18 - $70 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arica to El Alto?

The fastest way to get from Arica to El Alto is to drive which takes 7h 13m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Arica and El Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arica and arriving at El Alto. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Arica to El Alto?

The distance between Arica and El Alto is 465 km. The road distance is 454.2 km.

How do I travel from Arica to El Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Arica to El Alto without a car is to bus which takes 10h 24m and costs $18 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Arica to El Alto?

The bus from Arica to El Alto takes 10h 24m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Arica to El Alto bus from?

Arica to El Alto bus services, operated by Pullman Bus Santiagonor, depart from Arica station.

Where does the Arica to El Alto bus arrive?

Arica to El Alto bus services, operated by Pullman Bus Santiagonor, arrive at El Alto station.

Can I drive from Arica to El Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Arica to El Alto is 454 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Arica to El Alto.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arica to El Alto?

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Where can I stay near El Alto?

There are 449+ hotels available in El Alto.

Arica to El Alto - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Arica to El Alto by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arica to El Altobus La Paz
10h 24m
$18–70
Drive 454.2 km
1. Drive from Arica to El Altocar 454.2 km
7h 13m
$56–81
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional Arica to Tacna Airportbus
2. Fly from Coronel Fap Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)plane TCQ - LPB
9h 45m
$323–676

Coronel Fap Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) to El Alto International Airport (LPB) flights

11Weekly Planes

8h 3mAverage Duration

$315Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465.2 km
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between Arica, Chile and El Alto, Bolivia?

Pullman Bus Santiagonor operates a bus from Arica to El Alto 3 times a day. Tickets cost $22 and the journey takes 10h 24m. Six other operators also service this route.

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