Getting There and Away

Detailed view of an ornate government building with sculptures and colorful stained glass in Sucre, Bolivia.
Antoine Conotte, Pexels

Sucre is served by Alcantarí International Airport (SRE), located approximately 26-30 kilometers outside the city center. The main bus terminal for intercity travel is situated on Avenida Ostria Gutierrez, about 2 kilometers from the city's heart.

By Air (Flights):

  • Domestic flights connect Sucre to major Bolivian cities through Alcantarí International Airport (SRE). Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) is the primary carrier, with other airlines like LATAM and Avianca also offering services.
  • From Santa Cruz de la Sierra (VVI):: Flights are available daily, taking approximately 1 hour 37 minutes and costing from $29 USD.
  • From Cochabamba (CBB):: Flights are available daily, taking around 40 minutes and costing from $41 USD.
  • From La Paz (LPB):: Flights operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, taking about 1 hour and costing from $55 USD.
  • From Alcantarí International Airport (SRE) to Sucre City Center::
  • Taxi:: A taxi journey takes approximately 28 minutes and costs around 60 Bolivian Bolivianos (Bs), which is about $9 USD.
  • Bus:: Direct buses are available four times a day, costing $2 USD and taking 40 minutes.
  • Private Transfer:: Options for private transfers start from around $27.90 USD per person.

By Bus:

  • Sucre is well-connected to various cities across Bolivia by bus, with overnight services being common for longer distances.
  • From La Paz:: An overnight bus typically takes 11-12 hours and costs between $20-$31 USD.
  • From Santa Cruz:: The journey can take 11-13 hours, with costs ranging from $14-$24 USD.
  • From Cochabamba:: A bus trip is about 8 hours 30 minutes, costing around $22 USD.
  • From Potosí:: The bus ride is approximately 4 hours, with fares around $7 USD. Local buses can be significantly cheaper.
  • From Uyuni:: An overnight bus takes about 8 hours and costs approximately $21-$22 USD.