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

The cheapest way to get from El Alto to Uyuni is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Alto to Uyuni is to fly which takes 59 min and costs $118 - $121.

Is there a direct bus between El Alto and Uyuni?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Paz and arriving at Uyuni. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from El Alto to Uyuni?

The distance between El Alto and Uyuni is 463 km. The road distance is 534 km.

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

The best way to get from El Alto to Uyuni without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $3 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from El Alto to Uyuni, including transfers.

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

El Alto to Uyuni bus services, operated by Panasur, depart from La Paz station.

Bus or fly from El Alto to Uyuni?

The best way to get from El Alto to Uyuni is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $130 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $80 and takes 9h.

Where does the El Alto to Uyuni bus arrive?

El Alto to Uyuni bus services, operated by Panasur, arrive at Uyuni station.

Can I drive from El Alto to Uyuni?

Yes, the driving distance between El Alto to Uyuni is 534 km. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from El Alto to Uyuni.

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

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Where can I stay near Uyuni?

There are 55+ hotels available in Uyuni.

El Alto to Uyuni - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from El Alto to Uyuni by plane, bus, or car

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Fly El Alto International Airport to Uyuni Airport
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane LPB - UYU
1h 4m
$134–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Uyunibus La Paz
9h
$3–80
Drive 534 km
1. Drive from El Alto to Uyunicar 534 km
7h 32m
$26–38
Fly La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport
1. Fly from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airportplane
59 min
$118–120
Bus via Oruro
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Patacamayabus
2. Take the bus from Patacamaya to Orurobus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Hernando Siles to Uyunibus
10h 13m

El Alto to Uyuni by bus

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Distance: 462.5 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between El Alto, Bolivia and Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia?

Boliviana de Aviación flies from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) twice daily. Alternatively, Panasur operates a bus from La Paz to Uyuni once daily. Tickets cost $3–40 and the journey takes 9h. Six other operators also service this route.

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