Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Retiro | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Retiro | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Fastest |
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Get from Buenos Aires to La Rioja
The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Buenos Aires and La Rioja?
Stops in Buenos Aires
- ATerminal de Ómnibus de Buenos Aires, Av. Antártida y Calle 10. Argentina, Calle 10 &, CABA, Argentina
- BAeroparque Jorge Newbery
- CAv. Hipólito Yrigoyen 4600, B1824ABO Lanús Oeste, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
- DL. Caputo, Remedios de Escalada, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- E
Terminal Puente La Noria
Corrientes 434, B1832ELJ Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires, Argentina - F
Parada de Autobus Valentin Alsina
Itapiru 831, B1822DIN Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires, 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 Buenos Aires, AR 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 Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buenos Aires to La Rioja start from $92. The average price for this route is around $136. 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 Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
The average bus travel time from Buenos Aires to La Rioja is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 984 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 25m and is operated by General Urquiza.
Which bus companies service the Buenos Aires to La Rioja route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from General Urquiza, 20 de Junio, Chevallier.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
The earliest bus departs from Buenos Aires to La Rioja at 1:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:01pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
A bus trip from Buenos Aires to La Rioja generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is General Urquiza, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 1444 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company General Urquiza has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Buenos Aires to La Rioja?
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 Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires, AR to La Rioja was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Buenos Aires, AR to La Rioja, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $105 to $153 for a bus ticket from Buenos Aires, AR to La Rioja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2026-01-19.
