How far is Mendoza from La Rioja?

The distance between Mendoza and La Rioja is approximately 431 km (268 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mendoza to La Rioja?

Buses departing from Mendoza Terminal in Mendoza will take you to Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja in La Rioja.

Bus Mendoza to La Rioja from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mendoza to La Rioja on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 50m	1:20am	La Rioja	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 5m	5:35am	La Rioja	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Mendoza Terminal	8h 50m	5:20pm	La Rioja	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Mendoza Terminal	9h 20m	9:20pm	La Rioja	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 50m	1:20am	La Rioja	No tags

Next departures for Mendoza to La Rioja on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Mendoza - Terminal (Mendoza - ARG)	8h 45m	8:50pm	La Rioja - Terminal (La Rioja - ARG)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 5m	5:35am	La Rioja	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Mendoza Terminal	8h 55m	4:55pm	La Rioja	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 10m	9:10pm	La Rioja	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Mendoza Terminal	8h 50m	1:20am	La Rioja	No tags

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Get from Mendoza to La Rioja

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

428 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mendoza and La Rioja?

Stops in Mendoza

A
Mendoza Terminal
Av. Gdor. Ricardo Videla, Mendoza, Argentina
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B
Terminal del Sol
Av. Gobernador Ricardo Videla , M5519 Mendoza, Argentina
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C
Aeropuerto Mendoza
Acceso A Aeropuerto Internacional Gabrielli F. J., Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina
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D
Hotel Hyatt
Chile 1124, 5500 Mendoza, Argentina
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E
Parada de Autobuses de Mendoza - Nogoli
Nogoli 699, M5501HVC Godoy Cruz, Mendoza, Argentina
F
Vistalba 3020
Vistalba 3020, Godoy Cruz, Mendoza, Argentina

Stops in La Rioja

A
Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja
Apostol San Pablo 1999-2099, F5300CVI La Rioja, Argentina
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B
Av. Ortiz de Ocampo
Av. Ortiz de Ocampo, La Rioja, Argentina
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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

Compare bus companies

Andesmar

3.5/52,123 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.3

Based on 2123 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Andesmar ticket prices on this trip start at $68

Andesmar Mendoza La Rioja recent customer reviews

the executive seating was not as good as other buslines I've used. One tv we all shared with the speaker blaring behind my head! Refreshments was, "go help yourself to styrofoam cup coffee/ tea when urn heats up" That was it

Robert B.

September 24, 2018

One of the worst bus experiences of my life

José N.

January 14, 2017

Flechabus

4/52,119 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.9

20 de Junio

4/5585 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.3

Via Tac

3.5/53,904 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.9

Autotransportes San Juan

3.5/5140 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.3

Pool de Los Andes

5/51 reviews

Tramat

3.5/5503 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Based on 503 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Tramat ticket prices on this trip start at $137

Andesmar/Tramat/El Rápido Internacional Mendoza La Rioja recent customer reviews

Very good

John O.

February 26, 2024

Overall: satisfied

Paul D.

February 10, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mendoza, AR to La Rioja by bus

How far is Mendoza from La Rioja?
The distance between Mendoza and La Rioja is approximately 431 km (268 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mendoza to La Rioja?
Buses departing from Mendoza Terminal in Mendoza will take you to Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja in La Rioja.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-24

$64

11-25

$64

Today

$64

11-27

$63

11-28

$64

11-29

$65

11-30

$64

12-01

$64

The cheapest trip from Mendoza, AR to La Rioja was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $63

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mendoza, AR to La Rioja, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $63 to $97 for a bus ticket from Mendoza, AR to La Rioja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Andesmar 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.