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 Ómnibus de La Rioja | Terminal de Retiro | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Terminal de Retiro | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Terminal de Retiro | No tags |
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Get from La Rioja to Buenos Aires
The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in La Rioja and Buenos Aires?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Rioja to Buenos Aires, AR 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 La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Rioja to Buenos Aires start from $91. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
The average bus travel time from La Rioja to Buenos Aires is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 984 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by General Urquiza.
Which bus companies service the La Rioja to Buenos Aires 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 La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
The earliest bus departs from La Rioja to Buenos Aires at 2:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
A bus trip from La Rioja to Buenos Aires 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 La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
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 1417 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company 20 de Junio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Rioja to Buenos Aires?
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 La Rioja to Buenos Aires, AR was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Rioja to Buenos Aires, AR, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $155 for a bus ticket from La Rioja to Buenos Aires, AR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-12-03.
