How to get from Samapa to El Alto by bus?

From Samapa to El Alto by bus

To get from Samapa to El Alto in El Alto, take the VILLA SALOMÉ bus from Samapa station to Plaza Camacho station. Next, take the 212 bus from Avenida 16 De Julio, 1525 station to Ceja station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The bus schedule from Samapa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

60min
Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
Bus - 212212
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Samapa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Samapa
  • 2
    Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
    Wait for bus
    VILLA SALOMÉ
    Villa Salomé - Puc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza Camacho
    ID 1
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Avenida 16 De Julio, 1525
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 212212
    Wait for bus
    212
    Circular
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ceja
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    400 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Samapa to El Alto by bus and gondola

To get from Samapa to El Alto you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 gondola lines: take the VILLA SALOMÉ bus from Samapa station to Plaza Camacho station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LM gondola and finally take the LP gondola from Estación Faro Murillo / Tiquira station to Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus schedule from Samapa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

50min
Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
Gondola - LMLM
Gondola - LPLP
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Samapa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Samapa
  • 2
    Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
    Wait for bus
    VILLA SALOMÉ
    Villa Salomé - Puc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza Camacho
    ID 1
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to gondola station
    Walk to gondola station
    Estación Obelisco / Utjawi
    600 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Gondola - LMLM
    Wait for gondola
    LM
    Obelisco - 6 De Marzo / 6 De Marzo - Obelisco
  • 6
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación Faro Murillo / Tiquira
    3 min
  • 7
    Gondola - LPLP
    Wait for gondola
    LP
    16 De Julio - Ciudad Satélite/ Ciudad Satélite - 16 De Julio
  • 8
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    930 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Samapa to El Alto

The distance between Samapa and El Alto is approximately 20.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 60 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Samapa 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 Samapa to El Alto

To check the bus schedule from Samapa to El Alto using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Samapa) 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 Samapa to El Alto by bus and gondola

To get from Samapa to El Alto you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 gondola lines: take the VILLA SALOMÉ bus from Samapa station to Plaza Camacho station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LM gondola and finally take the LP gondola from Estación Faro Murillo / Tiquira station to Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus schedule from Samapa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Alto on the Moovit app.

50min
Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
Gondola - LMLM
Gondola - LPLP
Walk to El Alto
Leaves from Samapa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Samapa
  • 2
    Bus - VILLA SALOMÉVILLA SALOMÉ
    Wait for bus
    VILLA SALOMÉ
    Villa Salomé - Puc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza Camacho
    ID 1
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to gondola station
    Walk to gondola station
    Estación Obelisco / Utjawi
    600 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Gondola - LMLM
    Wait for gondola
    LM
    Obelisco - 6 De Marzo / 6 De Marzo - Obelisco
  • 6
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación Faro Murillo / Tiquira
    3 min
  • 7
    Gondola - LPLP
    Wait for gondola
    LP
    16 De Julio - Ciudad Satélite/ Ciudad Satélite - 16 De Julio
  • 8
    Ride to gondola station
    Ride to gondola station
    Estación 16 De Julio / Jach'A Qhathu
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to El Alto
    Walk to
    El Alto
    Calle Jorge Carrasco
    930 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Bus line VILLA SALOMÉ, Bus line 212.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line VILLA SALOMÉ, Gondola line LM, Gondola line LP.

  • Is there a direct bus between Samapa and El Alto?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 60 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Samapa to El Alto?

    The VILLA SALOMÉ bus line goes from Plaza Camacho station near Samapa in La Paz to Avenida 16 De Julio, 1525 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Avenida 16 De Julio, 1525 station near El Alto.

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

    The total travel time between Samapa and El Alto by bus is about 60 min.

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

    Get on the VILLA SALOMÉ bus from the Plaza Camacho stop near Samapa in La Paz.

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

    Get off the bus at the Avenida 16 De Julio, 1525 stop, which is closest to El Alto.

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