How far is Cochabamba from La Paz?

The distance between Cochabamba and La Paz is around 233 km (145 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cochabamba to La Paz?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal de Buses, in Cochabamba, and end it at El Alto Terminal de Buses, in La Paz.

Bus Cochabamba to La Paz from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cochabamba to La Paz on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Terminal de Buses	8h	11:00pm	La Paz Terminal de Buses	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Terminal de Buses	8h	6:30am	La Paz Terminal de Buses	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Buses	8h	4:30am	La Paz Terminal de Buses	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Terminal de Buses	8h	5:30am	La Paz Terminal de Buses	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Buses	8h	4:30am	La Paz Terminal de Buses	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:46 AM -04.

Get from Cochabamba to La Paz

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

8hAverage Duration

235 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Trans Copacabana MEM 1

3/542 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi0

Transportes el Dorado

3/58 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

Trans Copacabana S.A.

2.5/548 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.2

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Trans Copacabana S.A. ticket prices on this trip start at $27

Trans Copacabana S.A. Cochabamba La Paz recent customer reviews

I hate to be a complainer, but this was the worst bus rise I’ve ever been on. Primary beacuse the roof leaked when it rained and got me and other passengers very wet. Also there was no air conditioning, no water in the toilets with which to wash my hands and the service was running about 30 minutes late.

Herbie W.

February 12, 2025

Large, comfortable seats. Left late and arrived late. The bus was very hot

Jared C.

August 27, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Cochabamba and La Paz?

Stops in Cochabamba

A - Terminal de Buses

Stops in La Paz

A - El Alto Terminal de Buses

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cochabamba to La Paz, BO by bus

How far is Cochabamba from La Paz?
The distance between Cochabamba and La Paz is around 233 km (145 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cochabamba to La Paz?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal de Buses, in Cochabamba, and end it at El Alto Terminal de Buses, in La Paz.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-17

$30

11-18

$30

Today

$30

11-20

$30

11-21

$30

11-22

$30

11-23

$30

11-24

$30

The cheapest trip from Cochabamba to La Paz, BO was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $40 for a bus ticket from Cochabamba to La Paz, BO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Trans Copacabana S.A. 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.