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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Salta Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | La Rioja | Salta Terminal | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | La Rioja | Salta Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Salta Terminal | No tags | ||||
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Get from La Rioja to Salta
The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 802, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in La Rioja and Salta?
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
Stops in Salta
- AAv. Hipólito Yrigoyen 339, A4400 Salta, Argentina
- BMendoza 339, 4400 Salta, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Rioja to Salta by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from La Rioja to Salta?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Rioja to Salta start at R 802. The average price for this route is around R 1 343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from La Rioja to Salta?
The average bus journey time from La Rioja to Salta is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 537 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Andesmar.
Which bus companies service the La Rioja to Salta 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 La Rioja to Salta?
The earliest bus departs from La Rioja to Salta at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Rioja to Salta?
A bus trip from La Rioja to Salta produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from La Rioja to Salta?
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 La Rioja to Salta?
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 offers the most punctual service from La Rioja to Salta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Rioja to Salta?
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 La Rioja to Salta was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 745To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Rioja to Salta as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 745 to R 1 342 for a bus ticket from La Rioja to Salta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 745, which is on 2025-12-15.
