What is the cheapest way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

The cheapest way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado is to bus which costs $40 - $170 and takes 34h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

The fastest way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $280 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Bolivia and Puerto Maldonado?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado. However, there are services departing from Santa Cruz de la Sierra and arriving at Puerto Maldonado via Calle San Martín, Cochabamba, Terminal de Buses La Paz and Puno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 12m.

How far is it from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

The distance between Bolivia and Puerto Maldonado is 453 km. The road distance is 1620.5 km.

How do I travel from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado without a car?

The best way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado without a car is to bus which takes 34h 12m and costs $40 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado bus from?

Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by Trans Carrasco, depart from Santa Cruz de la Sierra station.

Bus or fly from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

The best way to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $280 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $170 and takes 34h 12m.

Where does the Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado bus arrive?

Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by Trans Carrasco, arrive at Cochabamba station.

What is the time difference between Bolivia and Puerto Maldonado?

Puerto Maldonado is 1h behind Bolivia. It is currently 6:54 PM in Bolivia and 5:54 PM in Puerto Maldonado.

Can I drive from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado is 1620 km. It takes approximately 25h 57m to drive from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado.

Where can I stay near Puerto Maldonado?

There are 60+ hotels available in Puerto Maldonado.

Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bolivia to Puerto Maldonado by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane LPB - PEM
7h 50m
$283–501
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Cochabambabus
2. Take the bus from Cochabamba to La Pazbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses La Paz to Terminal Terrestre Punobus
4. Take the bus from Puno to Puerto Maldonadobus
34h 12m
$44–169
Drive 1,620.5 km
1. Drive from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Puerto Maldonadocar 1,620.5 km
25h 57m
$244–352

El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) flights

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8h 5mAverage Duration

$278Cheapest Price

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Distance: 453.4 km
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Bolivia and Puerto Maldonado, Peru?

LATAM Chile flies from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Puerto Maldonado via Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Cochabamba, Calle San Martín, Calle San Martín, Cochabamba, La Paz, Terminal de Buses La Paz, and Puno in around 34h 12m.

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