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

The cheapest way to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni is to bus which costs $3 - $70 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $140 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Cochabamba and Uyuni?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de buses Cochabamba and arriving at Uyuní. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Cochabamba to Uyuni?

The distance between Cochabamba and Uyuni is 352 km. The road distance is 508.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $3 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cochabamba to Uyuni bus from?

Cochabamba to Uyuni bus services, operated by Trans Salvador, depart from Terminal de buses Cochabamba station.

Bus or fly from Cochabamba to Uyuni?

The best way to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $140 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $70 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cochabamba to Uyuni bus arrive?

Cochabamba to Uyuni bus services, operated by Trans Salvador, arrive at Uyuní station.

Can I drive from Cochabamba to Uyuni?

Yes, the driving distance between Cochabamba to Uyuni is 509 km. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Cochabamba to Uyuni.

Where can I stay near Uyuni?

There are 55+ hotels available in Uyuni.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cochabamba to Uyuni by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane CBB - UYU
2h 45m
$147–340
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de buses Cochabamba to Uyuníbus Cochabamba
6h 30m
$3–70
Drive 508.7 km
1. Drive from Cochabamba to Uyunicar 508.7 km
7h 46m
$25–36
Bus via Oruro
1. Take the bus from Cochabamba to Orurobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Hernando Siles to Uyunibus La Paz
10h 29m
$58–94

Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) flights

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.3 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Cochabamba, Bolivia and Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia?

Boliviana de Aviación flies from Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) once daily. Alternatively, Trans Salvador operates a bus from Terminal de buses Cochabamba to Uyuní twice daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.

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