Based on 2 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Bolivia Hop ticket prices on this trip start at R 895
Based on 289 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Transzela ticket prices on this trip start at R 724
Transzela La Paz Arequipa recent customer reviews
Choose this company to avoid moving my luggage so much. But at the border we had to carry luggage through. At Puno again we had a 90minute wait with luggage. My suitcase is so big I couldn't close the bathroom door. Temperature range on all 3 steps was wildly changeable.
Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Vicuna Travel ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 317
Vicuna Travel La Paz Arequipa recent customer reviews
Firstly we were put on the wrong bus to Copacabana.
Then put on bus which we thought went to Arequipa, but were put on 2 tuk tuk to transfer across Bolivia Peru border then 45 minute wait for Vigo bus which we thought only went to Arequipa.This was a poor quality bus compared to any we have had in Peru.
On arrival at Arequipa major job getting baggage out of the bus as it was going to Lima and our baggage was near the back.
2 out of 5 stars
Patrick R.
It wasn't good. At first, we took a minibus (which was not informed in advance) from La Paz to the Peruvian border. We left an hour late. We had to walk across the border (vs. when we came to Bolivia, we only stepped out from the bus for passport control). The seats were old and hard to sit on. There wasn’t enough room for legs (had to keep them on the aisle). People were smoking in the lavatory and in the bus (yes, u read it right!). The toilet was ancient and smelled absolutely horrible. Cherry on the top, we arrived at Arequipa over 2 hours late.
1 out of 5 stars
Eero P.
We arrived 7hrs later than the foreseen time of arrival. We stopped frequently along the road, we stopped for 2hrs because of a roadblock, there were technical issues with the bus so we needed tot change to another bus but had to wait for 2 hours to get on the other bus. Then we also stopped frequently and unnecessarily long… we arrived at 2h30 am instead of 7h30 pm
Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Paz, BO to Arequipa 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 Paz to Arequipa?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Paz to Arequipa start at R 700. The average price for this route is around R 895. 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 Paz to Arequipa?
The average bus journey time from La Paz to Arequipa is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 363 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by Vicuna Travel.
Which bus companies service the La Paz to Arequipa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Bolivia Hop, Transzela, Vicuna Travel.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Paz to Arequipa?
The earliest bus departs from La Paz to Arequipa at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa?
A bus trip from La Paz to Arequipa produces an estimated 9 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 Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Paz to Arequipa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Bolivia Hop has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from La Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Bolivia Hop, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Paz to Arequipa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Bolivia Hop, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from La Paz, BO to Arequipa was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 685
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Paz, BO to Arequipa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 685 to R 1 367 for a bus ticket from La Paz, BO to Arequipa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 685, which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Bolivia Hop 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.
The cheapest trip from La Paz, BO to Arequipa was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 685
