Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Salta Terminal | La Rioja | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Salta Terminal | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Salta Terminal | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | No tags |
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Get from Salta to La Rioja
The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salta and La Rioja?
Stops in Salta
- AAv. Hipólito Yrigoyen 339, A4400 Salta, Argentina
- BMendoza 339, 4400 Salta, Argentina
Stops in La Rioja
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja
Apostol San Pablo 1999-2099, F5300CVI La Rioja, Argentina - BAv. Ortiz de Ocampo, La Rioja, Argentina
- C
Parada de Autobus El Chacho
Avellaneda 141, F5302DBY La Rioja, Argentina - D
Parada de Autobuses de La Rioja - Portezuelo
1 de Enero 899, F5300ACN La Rioja, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salta to La Rioja 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 Salta to La Rioja?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salta to La Rioja start from $29. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Salta to La Rioja?
The average bus trip duration from Salta to La Rioja is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 333 miles (537 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Andesmar.
Which bus companies service the Salta to La Rioja route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Andesmar, Flechabus, 20 de Junio, Pool de Los Andes.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salta to La Rioja?
The earliest bus departs from Salta to La Rioja at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salta to La Rioja?
A bus trip from Salta to La Rioja generates an estimated 13 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 Salta to La Rioja?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pool de Los Andes, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salta to La Rioja?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company 20 de Junio has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Salta to La Rioja?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salta to La Rioja?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is 20 de Junio, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salta to La Rioja was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salta to La Rioja, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $56 to $74 for a bus ticket from Salta to La Rioja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually 20 de Junio 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.
