What is the cheapest way to get from Uyuni to Oruro?

The cheapest way to get from Uyuni to Oruro is to train which costs $3 - $7 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Uyuni to Oruro?

The fastest way to get from Uyuni to Oruro is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Uyuni and Oruro?

No, there is no direct bus from Uyuni to Oruro. However, there are services departing from Uyuni and arriving at Terminal de Buses Hernando Siles via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Uyuni and Oruro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Uyuní and arriving at Oruro. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Uyuni to Oruro?

The distance between Uyuni and Oruro is 323 km. The road distance is 321.1 km.

How do I travel from Uyuni to Oruro without a car?

The best way to get from Uyuni to Oruro without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $60 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Uyuni to Oruro?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Uyuni to Oruro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uyuni to Oruro bus from?

Uyuni to Oruro bus services, operated by Cruz del Norte Turismo Internacional, depart from Uyuni station.

Where do I catch the Uyuni to Oruro train from?

Uyuni to Oruro train services, operated by Empresa Ferroviaria Andina S.A, depart from Uyuní station.

Train, bus or fly from Uyuni to Oruro?

The best way to get from Uyuni to Oruro is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $7 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $330 - $550 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Uyuni to Oruro bus arrive?

Uyuni to Oruro bus services, operated by Cruz del Norte Turismo Internacional, arrive at Terminal de Buses Hernando Siles station.

Where does the Uyuni to Oruro train arrive?

Uyuni to Oruro train services, operated by Empresa Ferroviaria Andina S.A, arrive at Oruro station.

Can I drive from Uyuni to Oruro?

Yes, the driving distance between Uyuni to Oruro is 321 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Uyuni to Oruro.

How do I get a train ticket from Uyuni to Oruro?

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Where can I stay near Oruro?

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Uyuni to Terminal de Buses Hernando Silesbus Uyuni
5h 36m
$62–83
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Uyuní to Orurotrain Expreso del Sur
6h 55m
$3–7
Drive 321.1 km
1. Drive from Uyuni to Orurocar 321.1 km
4h 30m
$16–23
Fly to Oruro
1. Fly from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Oruro (ORU)plane UYU - ORU
4h 37m
$330–513
Fly to Cochabamba, bus
1. Fly from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Cochabamba (CBB)plane UYU - CBB
2. Take the bus from Terminal de buses Cochabamba to Orurobus
6h 32m
$159–357

Uyuni to Oruro by train

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Distance: 323.2 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia and Oruro, Bolivia?

Cruz del Norte Turismo Internacional operates a bus from Uyuni to Terminal de Buses Hernando Siles 4 times a week. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, Empresa Ferroviaria Andina S.A operates a train from Uyuní to Oruro once a week. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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