City in Baja California Sur, Mexico
Getting around La Paz
How to get around La Paz
The malecón and Centro are walkable. Buses are cheap but limited; taxis and rental cars reach beaches. Baja Ferries link to the mainland.
Ways to get around La Paz
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| City bus | About 12–18 MXN | Routes between Centro, Pichilingue and nearby beaches |
| Taxi | About 70–150 MXN | Short trips; confirm fares first |
| Baja Ferries | Varies by season | Mainland sailings to Topolobampo from Pichilingue |
Ride-hailing apps in La Paz
A 5 km ride costs about MX$70–130 ($3.8–7.1).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Available in town, though with fewer drivers than big cities |
- Taxis are fine if you agree the fare; use Uber for night trips. For remote beaches, rent a car or join a tour.
Arriving in La Paz
Manuel Márquez de León International (LAP)
About 10 km from Centro. Taxi roughly 300–450 MXN, 15–25 min; airport vans and rental cars also available.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals exist and are used to reach beaches; roads are quiet but sandy shoulders are risky. Wear a helmet.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid. Mexican liability insurance is required; a foreign-plated car beyond the border zone needs an import permit.
- Onward travel in Mexico: First-class buses (ADO, ETN, Primera Plus) are comfortable and the usual way between cities. Budget airlines cover long hops cheaply; the Tren Maya links Yucatán Peninsula towns.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in La Paz?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber.
What's the best way to get around La Paz?
The malecón and Centro are walkable. Buses are cheap but limited; taxis and rental cars reach beaches. Baja Ferries link to the mainland.
How do I get from the airport to La Paz?
About 10 km from Centro. Taxi roughly 300–450 MXN, 15–25 min; airport vans and rental cars also available.
Is La Paz walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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