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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil → Uyuni, Bolivia

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One way to Travel from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni

Composite routes from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni

Cheapest
43 h 20 min
Car
3071 km.
from $168

Transport providers

Airlines

Boliviana de Aviación

Website:
boa.bo/
Plane from Santos Dumont Airport to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
19h 45m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$303.21–$758.01
Plane from Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
26h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$404.27–$1,263.36

Bus operators

Auto Viação Catarinense

Phone:
+55 800-470-470
Email:
Website:
catarinense.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.91–$34.11

La Preferida Bus

Phone:
+591 68922302
Email:
Website:
lapreferida.com.bo/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGSQIBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVEYOIzQ1x0x3MgLA6TvfzTw10Wn4NxP9rdeFndWLypBDR5LfG6-I27CJw_aem_2SCEArD9H3bor_NgGcD5VQ
Bus from Terminal Barra Funda to Santa
Ave. Duration:
32h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$149.81

1001

Phone:
+55 4004-5001
Email:
Website:
autoviacao1001.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tietê
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.95–$30.32

Expreso Cochabamba

Phone:
+(591) 68631143
Website:
facebook.com/flotacochabamba/
Bus from Santa Cruz to Sucre
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Itapemirim

Phone:
0800 723 2121
Email:
Website:
novaitapemirim.com.br/home
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tietê
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$37.90–$144.38

Flixbus Brazil

Phone:
0800 042 4223
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tietê
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.16–$22.74

Trans 6 de Octubre

Website:
ticketsbolivia.com.bo/empresa/6-de-octubre.php
Bus from Sucre to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$16.42

Trans Caminante SRL

Phone:
+591 71162386
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057739356674
Bus from Sucre to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.60
Bus from Potosi Bus Station to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.60

Linea Sindical Flota Villa Imperial

Phone:
+591 2624 3373
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064106772591
Bus from Santa Cruz to Potosí
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56

Penha

Phone:
0800 881 0144
Email:
Website:
nspenha.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tietê
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.53–$35.37

Flota Boqueron

Phone:
+591 7116 4632
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/FLOTA-BOQUER%C3%93N-204864596994345/
Bus from Santa Cruz to Potosí
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56

Expreso 11 de Julio

Phone:
+591 62459036
Website:
facebook.com/exp.11de.julio/?locale=es_LA
Bus from Potosi Bus Station to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.58–$10.74

Águia Branca

Email:
Website:
aguiabranca.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tietê
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$23.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni is to bus via Potosí which costs $167.39 - $172.83 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni is to fly which takes 19h 53m and costs $271.74 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Uyuni?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Uyuni via Terminal Barra Funda, Santa Cruz and Sucre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct flight between Rio de Janeiro and Uyuni?

There are no direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Uyuni. The fastest has 3 changes and takes 25h 45m and costs $260.87 - $652.17 .

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Uyuni is 2463 km. The road distance is 3250.1 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

It takes approximately 19h 53m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni bus from?

Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni bus services, operated by Auto Viação Catarinense, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni is to fly which takes 19h 53m and costs $271.74 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni bus services, operated by Auto Viação Catarinense, arrive at Terminal Barra Funda station.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Uyuni?

Uyuni is 1h behind Rio de Janeiro. It is currently 19:46 in Rio de Janeiro and 18:46 in Uyuni.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni is 3250 km. It takes approximately 42h 48m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Uyuni.

Where can I stay near Uyuni?

There are 41+ hotels available in Uyuni. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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