Panasur Bus Bolivia Tickets
Panasur bus ticket prices:
La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz round-trip: 58 USD
One way only La Paz - Uyuni OR Uyuni - La Paz: 29 USD
- General Information about Panasur Bus
- Routes and Itineraries
- Advantages of travelling with Panasur Bus
- Security
- Ticket prices
- Travel distances
- Panasur Bus Policies
- Useful Information
- Panasur FAQS
General Information about Panasur Bus Bolivia
The Panasur bus company offers daily departures on the La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz route in Bolivia.
The buses are equipped with comfortable semi-bed seats, toilet and heating. Passengers are provided with blanket during the trip.
The Panasur bus company staff is experienced. Two drivers and an assistant are assigned to each trip.
The Panasur bus travels from La Paz to Uyuni, making a stop at Challapata, where the drivers take a short break and the passengers have some free time to buy a coffee or some snacks.
Along with the ticket the passengers receive a leaflet about the movie to be shown during the trip on the paved road (20:30) the documentaries and a musical videoclip.
It is not permitted to travel on the bus without an assigned seat, or boarding the bus outside the bus station in La Paz or Uyuni.
The Panasur bus leaves from the following addresses:
La Paz
La Paz Bus Station, Office No. 18. Av. Uruguay (end) on the corner with. Av. PerúUyuni
Panasur office located on Av. Cabrera.
The Panasur Bus does not operate on the following dates:
December 31st.
January 1st.
Routes and Itineraries:
ROUTE | DAILY DEPARTURES |
---|---|
La Paz - Uyuni | 19:00 HRS from LA PAZ to UYUNI at 06:30+1 HRS. |
Uyuni – La Paz | 20:00 HRS from UYUNI to LA PAZ 07:00 + 1hrs. |
The overnight timetable is ideal for passengers wanting to start their Uyuni Salt Flat tour the same day they arrive in Uyuni.
The tours in Uyuni usually end at 18:00 hrs. So passengers can take the bus from Uyuni to La Paz the same day.
Advantages of travelling with the Panasur bus:
Daily departures on the La Paz – Uyuni and Uyuni – La Paz routes.
Convenient arrival time in Uyuni to be able to start your tour the same day.
Advance booking and purchase of your ticket through our website. We provide vouchers indiciating the assigned seat numbers.
Security:
The Panasur buses have insurance against accidents (SOAT), in compliance with bolivian traffic laws.
The Panasur buses are equipped with a first-aid kit.
Ticket prices:
La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz round-trip bed bus: 58 USD
One way only La Paz - Uyuni OR Uyuni - La Paz bed bus: 29 USD
The price of the Panasur bus ticket includes:
- Transportation La Paz – Uyuni or Uyuni – La Paz
- Movies on board
- Use of the blanket during the trip
- Taxes
- Administrative fee
The Price does not include:
- Transfer from your Hotel in La Paz to the Bus Station.
Travel Distances
Route | Km. | Miles |
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LA PAZ – ORURO | 229 | 144 |
ORURO – UYUNI | 317 | 198 |
LA PAZ – UYUNI | 546 | 342 |
SUCRE – UYUNI | 394 | 246 |
Panasur bus policies
Before boarding, the passengers need to print out the Confirmation Voucher provided and show it at the ticketing desk along with their identification document. The Panasur agents will issue the ticket.
- Allowed baggage: 1 piece of 20 kg.
Cancellations: penalties are applied acording to the following list:
- 10 days before the date of travel 20 % of the total price
- 9-6 days before the date of travel 30 % of the total price
- 5-3 before the date of travel 50 % of the total price
- 2-1 before the date of travel 100 % of the total price
Modifications have a penalty according to the following list:
All modifications over 48 hrs. before before the date of travel have a penalty of 4 $us.-
Modifications 48 hrs. or less before the date of travel have a penalty of 100% of the total price.
- If the bus company decides not to operate due to external reasons beyond its control, your reservation will be changed without any penalties.
- If the passenger decides not to travel due to external reasons when the company is operating normally, the cancellation penalti will be applied.
Due to external factors beyond the control of the Panasur company (climatic conditions, road blocks, etc.) the comapny reserves the right to change the route La Paz/Uyuni/La paz without prior notice.
By purchasing a Panasur ticket, you automatically agree to the above conditions.
Useful Information
We recommend reserving your Panasur ticket in advance.
We emitting agents of this bus company. We have NO influence on the decisions to cancel departures or the mechanical failures that may happen.
Panasur bus FAQ
What routes does the Panasur bus travel?
The Panasur bus operates only on the La Paz – Uyuni – La Paz route.
How can I reserve my Panasur on Boliviatravelsite.com?
You need to fill out the inquiry form indicating the dates and route of the trip. We verify availability and send you a PayPal invoice for the purchase. Once we receive the payment, we will send you a Confirmation Voucher indicating the assigned seat number.
You will need to print out the Confirmation Voucher and present it at the Panasur ticketing desk before boarding the bus. The agents of Panasur will provide you with your ticket.
How long does the journey to Uyuni take with Panasur?
The aproximate travel time is 10 to 12 hours, depending on the traffic and climatic conditions. Panasur does not accept any responsibility for posible delays caused by traffic accidents, road blocks, road and climatic conditions or other factors beyond its control.
How much time before departure do I need to be at the departure point of the bus? What happens if I am late?
Passengers need to be at the Panasur office 30 minutes before the departure time. In case a passenger is late, he/she will lose her seat and the amount paid for the bus ticket.
Find below the addresses of the Panasur offices:
La Paz
La Paz Bus Station. Office No. 18. Av. Uruguay (end) on the corner with. Av. Perú
Uyuni
Panasur office located on Av. Cabrera.
Can I cancel my reservation and get a reimbursement?
The tickets are reimbursed according to the policies of the Panasur bus company. Cancellations have a penalty according to the following list:
- 10 days before the date of travel 20 % of the total price
- 9-6 days before the date of travel 30 % of the total price
- 5-3 before the date of travel 50 % of the total price
- 2-1 before the date of travel 100 % of the total price
How and when will I get my reimbursement?
The reimbursements will be sent via Paypal to the account of the passenger who made the purchase.
Can I change the date of my reservation?
Modifications have a penalty according to the following list:
All modifications over 48 hrs. before before the date of travel have a penalty of 4 USD-
Modifications 48 hrs. or less before the date of travel have a penalty of 100% of the total price.
Can I purchase a Panasur bus ticket for another person?
Yes, you may buy a ticket for another person and pay via PayPal.
Do I need to pay at the same time as I make my reservation?
Yes, full payment via PayPal is required.
Is smoking and drinking alcohol allowed on the Panasur bus?
In order to preserve the health and safety of the passengers and drivers, smoking and drinking alcohol is not allowed on the Panasur buses.