What is the cheapest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena?

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena?

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to fly which takes 9h 11m and costs $240 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and La Serena?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rioja to La Serena. However, there are services departing from Terminal La Rioja and arriving at Terminal de buses La Serena via Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 21m.

How far is it from La Rioja to La Serena?

The distance between La Rioja and La Serena is 435 km. The road distance is 668 km.

How do I travel from La Rioja to La Serena without a car?

The best way to get from La Rioja to La Serena without a car is to bus which takes 20h 21m and costs $60 - $150.

How long does it take to get from La Rioja to La Serena?

It takes approximately 9h 11m to get from La Rioja to La Serena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rioja to La Serena bus from?

La Rioja to La Serena bus services, operated by Andesmar, depart from Terminal La Rioja station.

Bus or fly from La Rioja to La Serena?

The best way to get from La Rioja to La Serena is to fly which takes 9h 11m and costs $240 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 20h 21m.

Where does the La Rioja to La Serena bus arrive?

La Rioja to La Serena bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at San Juan station.

What is the time difference between La Rioja and La Serena?

La Serena is 1h behind La Rioja. It is currently 4:31 AM in La Rioja and 3:31 AM in La Serena.

Can I drive from La Rioja to La Serena?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to La Serena is 668 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from La Rioja to La Serena.

Where can I stay near La Serena?

There are 996+ hotels available in La Serena.

La Rioja to La Serena - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from La Rioja to La Serena by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC)plane IRJ - LSC
9h 11m
$244–804
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to San Juanbus Corrientes / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan to Terminal de buses La Serenabus San Juan
20h 21m
$64–143
Drive 668 km
1. Drive from La Rioja to La Serenacar 668 km
10h 49m
$83–119
Bus via Terminal La Rioja
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal De Ómnibus San Juanbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan to Terminal de buses La Serenabus San Juan
21h 45m
$67–145
Bus via Patquía
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Rioja to Patquíabus
2. Take the bus from Patquía to Terminal De Ómnibus San Juanbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan to Terminal de buses La Serenabus
23h 50m
$83–169

Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC) flights

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10h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 435 km
Duration: 9h 11m

What companies run services between La Rioja, Argentina and La Serena, Chile?

Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Chile, and JetSMART fly from Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) to La Florida Airport (LSC) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal La Rioja to Terminal de buses La Serena via Terminal De Ómnibus San Juan in around 20h 21m.

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