What is the cheapest way to get from Caracas to Maracaibo?

The cheapest way to get from Caracas to Maracaibo is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caracas to Maracaibo?

The fastest way to get from Caracas to Maracaibo is to drive which takes 9h 55m and costs $1 - $2.

Is there a direct bus between Caracas and Maracaibo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal La Bandera and arriving at Terminal de Maracaibo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Caracas to Maracaibo?

The distance between Caracas and Maracaibo is 576 km. The road distance is 665 km.

How do I travel from Caracas to Maracaibo without a car?

The best way to get from Caracas to Maracaibo without a car is to bus which takes 11h and costs $23 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Caracas to Maracaibo?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Caracas to Maracaibo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caracas to Maracaibo bus from?

Caracas to Maracaibo bus services, operated by Expresos Los Llanos, depart from Terminal La Bandera station.

Where does the Caracas to Maracaibo bus arrive?

Caracas to Maracaibo bus services, operated by Expresos Los Llanos, arrive at Terminal de Maracaibo station.

Can I drive from Caracas to Maracaibo?

Yes, the driving distance between Caracas to Maracaibo is 665 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Caracas to Maracaibo.

Where can I stay near Maracaibo?

There are eight+ hotels available in Maracaibo.

Caracas to Maracaibo - 4 ways to travel via plane, line 1 tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caracas to Maracaibo by plane, tram, bus, or car

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Fly, line 1 tram
best
1. Fly from Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) to Maracaibo (MAR)plane CCS - MAR
2. Take the tram from Altos de La Vanega to Libertadortram
3h 45m
Drive 665 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Caracas to Maracaibocar 665 km
9h 55m
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Bandera to Terminal de Maracaibobus
11h
$23–45
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Bandera to Big Low Centerbus Valencia
2. Take the bus from Terminal Privado Expresos Los Llanos to Terminal Aeroexpresos Ejecutivos Maracaibobus
13h
$32–55

Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) to Maracaibo (MAR) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 576.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Caracas, Distrito Federal, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela?

Expresos Los Llanos operates a bus from Terminal La Bandera to Terminal de Maracaibo once daily. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 11h. SITSSA also services this route 3 times a week.

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