How to get from Tarija to Yacuíba
There are 3 ways to get from Tarija to Yacuíba: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~45 min). By bus it's about 2 h 25 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 117 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 45 min | 117 km | Airlines: Amaszonas, Southern Winds Airlines |
Bus | 2 h 25 minestimated | 152 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 1 h 45 minestimated | 152 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Tarija y Yacuíba dura aproximadamente 45 min (117 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 2 h 25 min. En auto son unos 152 km por ruta, cerca de 1 h 45 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Tarija to Yacuíba?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~45 min, by bus ~2 h 25 min and by car ~1 h 45 min.
Are there flights from Tarija to Yacuíba?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Tarija–Yacuíba route is operated by Amaszonas and Southern Winds Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 45 min and covers about 117 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Tarija to Yacuíba?
Flying is much faster (~45 min vs ~2 h 25 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Tarija to Yacuíba?
It's about 152 km by road, roughly 1 h 45 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Tarija and Yacuíba?
In a straight line it's about 117 km between Tarija and Yacuíba.
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