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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 San Juan | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal San Juan | La Rioja | Fastest | ||||
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| Bus | Terminal San Juan | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | No tags | ||||
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Get from San Juan to La Rioja
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 300, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Juan and La Rioja?
Stops in San Juan
- AN. Avellaneda 401-499, J5402FEG San Juan, Argentina
- B
Laspiur 400
Laspiur 400, San Juan, 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 travelling from San Juan, AR to La Rioja 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 San Juan to La Rioja?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Juan to La Rioja start at R 300. The average price for this route is around R 888. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Juan to La Rioja?
The average bus journey time from San Juan to La Rioja is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 282 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Socasa.
Which bus companies service the San Juan to La Rioja route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Andesmar, Flechabus, 20 de Junio, Autotransportes San Juan, Via Tac, Socasa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Juan to La Rioja?
The earliest bus departs from San Juan to La Rioja at 10:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Juan to La Rioja?
A bus trip from San Juan to La Rioja produces an estimated 7 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 San Juan to La Rioja?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 585 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Juan to La Rioja?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Socasa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Juan to La Rioja?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Socasa, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Juan to La Rioja?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Socasa, 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.
The cheapest trip from San Juan, AR to La Rioja was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Juan, AR to La Rioja as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 308 to R 829 for a bus ticket from San Juan, AR to La Rioja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 308, which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually Via Tac 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.
