Distance from Asunción to Ciudad del Este
It is 327 km via Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07. In a private vehicle, 4 h 30 min to 5 h. Here is every way of doing it, with real prices and times.
The route at a glance
Everything You Need to Know
Asunción to Ciudad del Este is 327 kilometres via Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07. A private vehicle covers it in 4 h 30 min to 5 h; the bus takes 5 h. A private transfer starts at USD 347 per vehicle, not per passenger.
| Distance | 327 km |
| Route | Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07 |
| By private vehicle | 4 h 30 min to 5 h |
| By bus | 5 h |
| By private flight | 1 h 30 min · USD 1.099 |
| Private transfer from | USD 347 |
| Border | No international crossing: the whole route stays inside Paraguay |
| Tolls | Included in the private transfer price |
The route
The Way It Goes
The towns you pass through, in order. The road is paved end to end.
- 1st
San Lorenzo
Straight through, on the main road.
- 2nd
Itauguá
Straight through, on the main road.
- 3rd
Caacupé
Straight through, on the main road.
- 4th
Coronel Oviedo
Straight through, on the main road.
- 5th
Caaguazú
Straight through, on the main road.
- 6th
Minga Guazú
Straight through, on the main road.
Car or bus
How to Cover the 327 km
The comparison with numbers, not adjectives.
If the trip stays inside the metro area, see our private transfers or the airport transfer.
| Private vehicle | Scheduled bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 4 h 30 min to 5 h | 5 h |
| Departs from | Your hotel or address | Bus terminal |
| Drops you at | Whatever address you give | The arrival terminal |
| Schedule | You choose it | Set by the operator |
| Price | USD 347 per vehicle | Per passenger, far cheaper |
| Stops | Whenever you ask | The scheduled ones |
What changes
With a Transfer, or on Your Own
The practical difference between the two ways of making this trip.
With a private transfer
- Picked up at your hotel or address
- Fixed price agreed before you travel, whatever the traffic
- Fuel, tolls and all vehicle costs included
- Stops for coffee or photos whenever you ask
- The driver drives: you arrive rested
- Air conditioning and real space for luggage
On your own
- Buying the ticket and getting to the terminal yourself
- Fixed departure times set by the bus company
- A separate ride from the arrival terminal to your hotel
- Stops and waits you do not choose
- Luggage limited to what the company allows
Pricing
What the Trip Costs
Priced per vehicle, not per passenger. Booking the return together costs less than two separate legs.
| Vehicle | Passengers | One way · Return |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1 to 3 | USD 347 · USD 539 |
| Minivan Hyundai H1 | Up to 7 | USD 397 · USD 672 |
| Mercedes Sprinter | 8 to 14 | USD 858 |
Prices are per vehicle and include fuel, tolls and the driver. Larger groups are quoted separately.
30% deposit to book · card, transfer, wallet or crypto.
The route and the destination
Practical Information
The facts of the road and of where you arrive.
The road
| Route | Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07 |
| Distance | 327 km |
| Surface | Paved end to end |
| Tolls | Included in the private transfer price |
The destination
| Destination | Ciudad del Este |
| By private vehicle | 4 h 30 min to 5 h |
| By bus | 5 h |
| Border | No |
Ciudad del Este is Paraguay’s second city and its commercial hub, with the Itaipú dam and the Friendship Bridge to Brazil on its doorstep.
The distances and times are those of the actual route, measured on the trips we run every week.
The vehicles
What You Will Travel In
A sedan for up to three passengers, a Hyundai H1 minivan for up to seven, and a Mercedes Sprinter for groups.
What travellers say
Reviews on Google
Verified Google reviews of our service in Paraguay.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What people ask before making this trip.
How many kilometres is Asunción to Ciudad del Este?
It is 327 km via Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07. A private vehicle covers it in 4 h 30 min to 5 h; the bus takes about 5 h.
How long does it take from Asunción to Ciudad del Este?
4 h 30 min to 5 h in a private vehicle, including normal stops. The bus takes 5 h because it stops along the way. Times vary with the traffic leaving Asunción, which is the biggest factor.
How much is a transfer from Asunción to Ciudad del Este?
From USD 347 per vehicle in a sedan for up to three passengers. The price is for the vehicle, not per person, and covers fuel, tolls and the driver. Booking the return together costs less than two separate legs.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. USD 347 applies whether one, two or three people travel. That is what makes a private transfer competitive for groups.
Which road does it use?
Route PY02 to Coronel Oviedo, then PY07. It is paved end to end and is the main artery of the corridor.
Are tolls included?
Yes. The private transfer price covers fuel, tolls and all vehicle costs. There is nothing to pay along the way.
Can we stop along the route?
Yes. It is a private trip, so the driver stops when you ask — for coffee, to stretch your legs or to take photos. Short stops are free.
How much luggage fits?
Three suitcases in the sedan, one per passenger in the Hyundai H1 minivan. If you are carrying bulky items, tell us when booking so we assign the right vehicle.
Do you travel at night?
Yes, though for long legs daytime is better: you see the landscape and border posts keep more predictable hours. If you need an overnight departure we arrange it anyway.
How do I book?
With a 30% deposit that holds the date and the vehicle. Card, bank transfer, digital wallet or crypto all work. The balance is due on the day of travel.
How far in advance should I book?
Forty-eight hours is enough in most cases. In high season and for groups, more notice helps. If you need something for tomorrow, message us anyway.
Do you do the return trip?
Yes, and booking both directions together costs less than two separate legs. You can leave the return date open and confirm it later.
Can you fly instead?
Yes. There is a private flight from Asunción to Ciudad del Este: 1 h 30 min in a Cessna 172, from USD 1.099 for the aircraft carrying up to three passengers. It costs considerably more than the road transfer; what it buys is the return day.
Heading to Ciudad del Este?
Tell us the date and how many are travelling. We confirm a fixed price — usually within the hour.
Fixed price · door to door · 30% deposit.
See also our private transfers in Asunción and the tours from Asunción.