What is the cheapest way to get from La Paz to Arequipa?

The cheapest way to get from La Paz to Arequipa is to bus which costs $25 - $320 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from La Paz to Arequipa?

The fastest way to get from La Paz to Arequipa is to fly which takes 5h and costs $290 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between La Paz and Arequipa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Paz and arriving at Arequipa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from La Paz to Arequipa?

The distance between La Paz and Arequipa is 371 km. The road distance is 526.3 km.

How do I travel from La Paz to Arequipa without a car?

The best way to get from La Paz to Arequipa without a car is to bus which takes 12h and costs $25 - $320.

How long does it take to get from La Paz to Arequipa?

It takes approximately 5h to get from La Paz to Arequipa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Paz to Arequipa bus from?

La Paz to Arequipa bus services, operated by Transporte Internacional Litoral, depart from La Paz station.

Bus or fly from La Paz to Arequipa?

The best way to get from La Paz to Arequipa is to fly which takes 5h and costs $290 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $320 and takes 12h.

Where does the La Paz to Arequipa bus arrive?

La Paz to Arequipa bus services, operated by Transporte Internacional Litoral, arrive at Arequipa station.

Can I drive from La Paz to Arequipa?

Yes, the driving distance between La Paz to Arequipa is 526 km. It takes approximately 8h 34m to drive from La Paz to Arequipa.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Paz to Arequipa?

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Where can I stay near Arequipa?

There are 480+ hotels available in Arequipa.

La Paz to Arequipa - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 4 ways to get from La Paz to Arequipa by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP)plane LPB - AQP
5h
$290–519
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Arequipabus La Paz
12h
$25–320
Drive 526.3 km
1. Drive from La Paz to Arequipacar 526.3 km
8h 34m
$80–115
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from La Paz to Punoshuttle Puno / ...
2. Take the bus from Puno to Arequipabus Puno
18h 58m
$57–100

La Paz to Arequipa by bus

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Distance: 371.1 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between La Paz, Bolivia and Arequipa, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (AQP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Transporte Internacional Litoral operates a bus from La Paz to Arequipa once daily. Tickets cost $26 and the journey takes 12h. Two other operators also service this route.

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