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Mendoza to La Rioja Bus

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12/13/2025
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Mendoza to La Rioja by bus

The journey from Mendoza to La Rioja by bus is 267.61 mi and takes 8 hr 38 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:05 PM and the last at 11:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Mendoza to La Rioja by bus for as little as $56.71 or as much as $72.36. The best price for this journey is $56.71.

Lowest Price $56.71
Journey Duration 8 hr 38 min
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $56.71
Highest Price $72.36
First Departure 3:05 PM
Last Departure 11:30 PM
Distance 267.61 mi
Departure Mendoza
Arrival La Rioja
Carriers Via Tac, Autotransportes San Juan

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Mendoza to La Rioja

The cheapest Mendoza - La Rioja bus tickets can be found for as low as $52.36 if you’re lucky, or $64.31 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $79.73.

Find the best day to travel to La Rioja by bus

When travelling to La Rioja by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Via Tac and Flecha Bus from Mendoza to La Rioja
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Mendoza to La Rioja CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
30.15kg
Bus
32.3kg
Flight
86.14kg
Car
68.91kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Mendoza to La Rioja?
A bus ticket from Mendoza to La Rioja is $70.87. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $56.71.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Mendoza to La Rioja?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Mendoza to La Rioja is $56.71. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Mendoza and La Rioja by bus?
Mendoza to La Rioja is 267.61 mi.
How long does the bus between Mendoza and La Rioja take?
Mendoza to La Rioja is on average 8 hr 38 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hr 5 min.
Which companies operate from Mendoza to La Rioja?
The bus journey from Mendoza to La Rioja is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Via Tac, Autotransportes San Juan, Flecha Bus and Andesmar.
How many bus connections per day go from Mendoza to La Rioja?
Mendoza to La Rioja has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Mendoza to La Rioja leave?
The earliest bus from Mendoza to La Rioja departs at 3:05 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Mendoza to La Rioja depart?
The latest bus from Mendoza to La Rioja departs at 11:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Mendoza to La Rioja in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $56.71 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Mendoza to La Rioja?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Mendoza to go to La Rioja.
What's the fastest journey time between Mendoza to La Rioja by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Mendoza and La Rioja is 8 hr 5 min.
Is there a direct bus from Mendoza to La Rioja?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Mendoza and La Rioja.
What are the CO2 emissions for Mendoza to La Rioja by bus?
The bus journey from Mendoza to La Rioja creates 32.3kg of CO2 emissions.

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