What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí is to bus and ferry and bus which costs $9 - $75 and takes 15h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí?

The fastest way to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí is to bus and fly which takes 9h 56m and costs $95 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Titicaca and Potosí?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Titicaca to Potosí. However, there are services departing from Yampupata and arriving at Potosí via Copacabana and La Paz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 45m.

How far is it from Lake Titicaca to Potosí?

The distance between Lake Titicaca and Potosí is 697 km. The road distance is 753.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Titicaca to Potosí without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 15h 45m and costs $9 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí?

It takes approximately 15h 45m to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Titicaca to Potosí bus from?

Lake Titicaca to Potosí bus services, operated by Turismo Manco Kapac, depart from Copacabana station.

Where does the Lake Titicaca to Potosí bus arrive?

Lake Titicaca to Potosí bus services, operated by Turismo Manco Kapac, arrive at La Paz station.

Can I drive from Lake Titicaca to Potosí?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Titicaca to Potosí is 754 km. It takes approximately 11h 29m to drive from Lake Titicaca to Potosí.

Where can I stay near Potosí?

There are 20+ hotels available in Potosí.

Lake Titicaca to Potosí - 6 ways to travel via bus and ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí by busferry, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Copacabana to La Pazbusferry La Paz
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Potosíbus La Paz
15h 45m
$10–75
Ferry, bus and ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Yampupata to Copacabanaferry
2. Take the busferry from Copacabana to La Pazbusferry
3. Take the bus from La Paz to Potosibus
17h 8m
$9–121
Drive 753.7 km
1. Drive from Puno to Potosícar 753.7 km
11h 29m
$114–164
Bus, fly to Alcantari Airport
1. Take the bus from Copacabana to La Pazbus
2. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Alcantari Airport (SRE)plane LPB - SRE
3. Take the bus from Sucre to Potosibus
9h 56m
$96–221
Bus and ferry, bus via Potosi Bus Terminal
1. Take the busferry from Copacabana to La Pazbusferry La Paz
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Potosi Bus Terminalbus La Paz
16h 45m
$24–86
Bus, fly to Uyuni Airport
1. Take the bus from Copacabana to La Pazbus
2. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane LPB - UYU
3. Take the bus from Uyuni to Potosíbus
11h 36m
$155–224

El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Alcantari Airport (SRE) flights

29Weekly Planes

2h 16mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lake Titicaca to Potosí.

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Distance: 697.2 km
Duration: 15h 45m

What companies run services between Lake Titicaca, Peru and Potosí, Bolivia?

There is no direct connection from Lake Titicaca to Potosí. However, you can take the bus to Sin. Mixto 24 de Septiembre, walk to Copacabana, take the vehicle to La Paz, walk to La Paz, then take the bus to Potosí. Alternatively, you can drive from Puno to Potosí in around 11h 29m.

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