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Get from Metan to La Rioja
The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Metan and La Rioja?
Stops in Metan
- ALeandro N. Alem 56, 4440 Metán, Salta, Argentina
- BSirio Libanes 201-259, Metán, Salta, Argentina
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Metan to La Rioja 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 Metan to La Rioja?
The cheapest bus tickets from Metan to La Rioja start from $67. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Metan to La Rioja?
The average bus travel time from Metan to La Rioja is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 477 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Andesmar.
Which bus companies service the Metan to La Rioja route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Flechabus, Andesmar, Via Tac, 20 de Junio.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Metan to La Rioja?
The earliest bus departs from Metan to La Rioja at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Metan to La Rioja?
A bus trip from Metan to La Rioja generates an estimated 12 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 Metan to La Rioja?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 593 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Metan to La Rioja?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company 20 de Junio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Metan to La Rioja?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is 20 de Junio, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Metan to La Rioja?
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 Metan to La Rioja was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Metan to La Rioja, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $90 for a bus ticket from Metan to La Rioja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-01-16.
Usually 20 de Junio 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.
