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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de La Rioja | Mendoza Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | La Rioja | Mendoza Terminal | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | La Rioja | Mendoza Terminal | No tags | ||||
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Get from La Rioja to Mendoza
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 857, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in La Rioja and Mendoza?
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 Mendoza
- AAv. Gdor. Ricardo Videla, Mendoza, Argentina
- BAcceso A Aeropuerto Internacional Gabrielli F. J., Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina
- CChile 1124, 5500 Mendoza, Argentina
- D
Parada de Autobuses de Mendoza - Vallecitos
Huarpes 3124, Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina - E
Parada de Autobuses de Mendoza - Nogoli
Nogoli 699, M5501HVC Godoy Cruz, Mendoza, Argentina - F
Vistalba 3020
Vistalba 3020, Godoy Cruz, Mendoza, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Rioja to Mendoza, AR by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from La Rioja to Mendoza?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Rioja to Mendoza start at R 857. The average price for this route is around R 1 196. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from La Rioja to Mendoza?
The average bus journey time from La Rioja to Mendoza is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 428 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 53m and is operated by Andesmar.
Which bus companies service the La Rioja to Mendoza route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Andesmar, Flechabus, Via Tac, Autotransportes San Juan, 20 de Junio, Pool de Los Andes, Tramat.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Rioja to Mendoza?
The earliest bus departs from La Rioja to Mendoza at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Rioja to Mendoza?
A bus trip from La Rioja to Mendoza produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from La Rioja to Mendoza?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pool de Los Andes, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Rioja to Mendoza?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autotransportes San Juan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from La Rioja to Mendoza?
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 La Rioja to Mendoza?
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 Mendoza, AR was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 660To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Rioja to Mendoza, AR as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 660 to R 1 324 for a bus ticket from La Rioja to Mendoza, AR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 660, which is on 2026-01-11.
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.
