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

The cheapest way to get from El Alto to Tupiza is to bus which costs $9 - $35 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from El Alto to Tupiza is to fly and bus which takes 5h 42m and costs $130 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between El Alto and Tupiza?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Paz and arriving at Tupiza. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from El Alto to Tupiza?

The distance between El Alto and Tupiza is 882 km. The road distance is 729 km.

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

The best way to get from El Alto to Tupiza without a car is to bus which takes 11h and costs $9 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from El Alto to Tupiza, including transfers.

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

El Alto to Tupiza bus services, operated by Expreso Tupiza SRL, depart from La Paz station.

Where does the El Alto to Tupiza bus arrive?

El Alto to Tupiza bus services, operated by Expreso Tupiza SRL, arrive at Tupiza station.

Can I drive from El Alto to Tupiza?

Yes, the driving distance between El Alto to Tupiza is 729 km. It takes approximately 10h 21m to drive from El Alto to Tupiza.

Where can I stay near Tupiza?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tupiza.

El Alto to Tupiza - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from El Alto to Tupiza by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly El Alto International Airport to Tarija, bus
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Tarija (TJA)plane LPB - TJA
2. Take the bus from Tarija to Tupizabus
5h 42m
$136–273
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Tupizabus La Paz
11h
$9–35
Drive 729 km
1. Drive from El Alto to Tupizacar 729 km
10h 21m
$39–56
Fly La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport, bus
1. Fly from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airportplane
2. Take the bus from Uyuni to Tupizabus
5h 52m
$133–135
Fly El Alto International Airport to Uyuni Airport, bus
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane LPB - UYU
2. Take the bus from Uyuni to Tupizabus
5h 57m
$144–203
Fly La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport, train
1. Fly from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airportplane
2. Take the train from Uyuní to Tupizatrain
9h 23m
$131–136
Fly El Alto International Airport to Alcantari Airport, bus
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Alcantari Airport (SRE)plane LPB - SRE
2. Take the bus from Sucre to Tupizabus
7h 15m
$114–304
Bus via Santiago de Cotagaita
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Santiago de Cotagaitabus La Paz
2. Take the bus from Santiago de Cotagaita to Tupizabus La Paz
14h 26m

El Alto to Tupiza by bus

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Distance: 882 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between El Alto, Bolivia and Tupiza, Bolivia?

Expreso Tupiza SRL operates a bus from La Paz to Tupiza twice daily. Tickets cost $32 and the journey takes 11h. Two other operators also service this route.

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