How much is the bus ticket from La Paz to Arequipa?

The cheapest bus tickets from La Paz to Arequipa start from $41. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from La Paz to Arequipa?

The average bus trip duration from La Paz to Arequipa is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 225 miles (363 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Vicuna Travel .

Which bus companies service the La Paz to Arequipa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Bolivia Hop , Transzela , Vicuna Travel .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Paz to Arequipa?

The earliest bus departs from La Paz to Arequipa at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa?

A bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from La Paz to Arequipa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Paz to Arequipa?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Bolivia Hop has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from La Paz to Arequipa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Paz to Arequipa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Bolivia Hop , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus La Paz to Arequipa from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	7:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
	Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	Fastest
Trans Titicaca + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Vicuna Travel + Transzela	Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	7:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
	Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
	Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Trans Titicaca + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	7:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
	Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
	Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Trans Titicaca + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	5d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	7:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
	Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
	Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Trans Titicaca + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Manco Kapac + Transzela	Bus	7:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	22h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
	Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
	Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags
Trans Titicaca + Transzela	Bus	8:00am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	21h 30m	4:30am	Arequipa	No tags

Next departures for La Paz to Arequipa on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Terminal De Buses La Paz	14h	4:30am	Arequipa	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Terminal De Buses La Paz	13h	7:30pm	Arequipa	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	1d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags
Bus	7:00am	1439 Obispo Cardenas	5d	6:00am	Arequipa	No tags

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Get from La Paz to Arequipa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

21h 30mAverage Duration

225 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in La Paz and Arequipa?

Stops in La Paz

A
El Alto Terminal de Buses
Avenida Juan Pablo II, El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia
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Stops in Arequipa

A
Terrapuerto
Terrapuerto, Arequipa, Peru
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B
Norte Nuevo Terminal
34A 39, Yura, Peru

Compare bus companies

Bolivia Hop

5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Transzela

3/5288 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi0.4

Based on 288 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Transzela ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Transzela La Paz Arequipa recent customer reviews

Choose this company to avoid moving my luggage so much. But at the border we had to carry luggage through. At Puno again we had a 90minute wait with luggage. My suitcase is so big I couldn't close the bathroom door. Temperature range on all 3 steps was wildly changeable.

Rachel D.

January 4, 2025

Vicuna Travel

2/518 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Vicuna Travel ticket prices on this trip start at $77

Vicuna Travel La Paz Arequipa recent customer reviews

Firstly we were put on the wrong bus to Copacabana. Then put on bus which we thought went to Arequipa, but were put on 2 tuk tuk to transfer across Bolivia Peru border then 45 minute wait for Vigo bus which we thought only went to Arequipa.This was a poor quality bus compared to any we have had in Peru. On arrival at Arequipa major job getting baggage out of the bus as it was going to Lima and our baggage was near the back.

Patrick R.

October 8, 2024

It wasn't good. At first, we took a minibus (which was not informed in advance) from La Paz to the Peruvian border. We left an hour late. We had to walk across the border (vs. when we came to Bolivia, we only stepped out from the bus for passport control). The seats were old and hard to sit on. There wasn’t enough room for legs (had to keep them on the aisle). People were smoking in the lavatory and in the bus (yes, u read it right!). The toilet was ancient and smelled absolutely horrible. Cherry on the top, we arrived at Arequipa over 2 hours late.

Eero P.

March 17, 2024

We arrived 7hrs later than the foreseen time of arrival. We stopped frequently along the road, we stopped for 2hrs because of a roadblock, there were technical issues with the bus so we needed tot change to another bus but had to wait for 2 hours to get on the other bus. Then we also stopped frequently and unnecessarily long… we arrived at 2h30 am instead of 7h30 pm

Silke V.

February 3, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from La Paz, BO to Arequipa by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from La Paz to Arequipa?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Paz to Arequipa start from $41. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from La Paz to Arequipa?
The average bus trip duration from La Paz to Arequipa is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 225 miles (363 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Vicuna Travel.
Which bus companies service the La Paz to Arequipa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Bolivia Hop, Transzela, Vicuna Travel.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Paz to Arequipa?
The earliest bus departs from La Paz to Arequipa at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa?
A bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from La Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Paz to Arequipa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Bolivia Hop has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from La Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Bolivia Hop, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$40

11/29

$40

Today

$40

12/01

$40

12/02

$40

12/03

$40

12/04

$40

12/05

$40

The cheapest trip from La Paz, BO to Arequipa was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Paz, BO to Arequipa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $79 for a bus ticket from La Paz, BO to Arequipa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Bolivia Hop will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.