How to get from La Papelera to El Alto by bus?

From La Papelera to El Alto by bus

Take one direct bus from La Papelera to El Alto in El Alto: take the 212 bus from Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498 station to Calle Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz 7 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The bus schedule from La Papelera may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

37min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 212212
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 212212
    Wait for bus
    212
    Aeropuerto Internacional de El Alto
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Calle Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz 7
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    550 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From La Papelera to El Alto by gondola

Take one direct gondola from La Papelera to El Alto in El Alto: take the LR gondola from Estación Central / Taypi Uta station to Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The bus schedule from La Papelera may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

44min
Walk to gondola station
Gondola - LRLR
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Estación Central / Taypi Uta

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to gondola station
    Walk to gondola station
    Estación Central / Taypi Uta
    1.99 km • 26 min
  • 2
    Gondola - LRLR
    Wait for gondola
    LR
    Estación 16 De Julio - Estación Central/Estación Central - Estación 16 De Julio
  • 3
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    1.07 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from La Papelera to El Alto

The distance between La Papelera and El Alto is approximately 10.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from La Papelera to El Alto by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in El Alto – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from La Papelera to El Alto

To check the bus schedule from La Papelera to El Alto using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (La Papelera) and destination (El Alto), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From La Papelera to El Alto by gondola

Take one direct gondola from La Papelera to El Alto in El Alto: take the LR gondola from Estación Central / Taypi Uta station to Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The bus schedule from La Papelera may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

44min
Walk to gondola station
Gondola - LRLR
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Estación Central / Taypi Uta

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to gondola station
    Walk to gondola station
    Estación Central / Taypi Uta
    1.99 km • 26 min
  • 2
    Gondola - LRLR
    Wait for gondola
    LR
    Estación 16 De Julio - Estación Central/Estación Central - Estación 16 De Julio
  • 3
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    1.07 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from La Papelera to El Alto?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 212.

  • What is the alternative route to get from La Papelera to El Alto?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Gondola line LR.

  • Is there a direct bus between La Papelera and El Alto?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from La Papelera in La Paz to El Alto in El Alto in 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from La Papelera to El Alto?

    The 212 bus line goes from Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498 station near La Papelera in La Paz to Aeropuerto Internacional de El Alto station near El Alto in El Alto.

  • How long does it take to travel from La Papelera to El Alto by bus?

    The total travel time between La Papelera and El Alto by bus is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near La Papelera to get to El Alto?

    Get on the 212 bus from the Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498 stop near La Papelera in La Paz.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between La Papelera and El Alto?

    Get off the bus at the Aeropuerto Internacional de El Alto stop, which is closest to El Alto.

  • When is the first bus from La Papelera to El Alto?

    The first bus from La Papelera in La Paz to El Alto in El Alto is Aeropuerto Internacional de El Alto - Pza. Isabel la Católica. It leaves the Avenida Chacaltaya, 1498 stop at 4:14 AM.

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