Bus from Calama to Santiago de Chile: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Calama to Santiago de Chile on May 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AndimarBus
Calama (Terminal Nuevo)
Terminal San BorjaCheapest
Cikbus ElitéBus
Terminal Rodoviario de Calama
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaFastest
Cikbus ElitéBus
Terminal Rodoviario de Calama
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaNo tags
Pluss ChileBus
Av. Balmaceda
San BorjaNo tags
Pullman San AndrésBus
Terminal Granaderos
Terminal San BorjasNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:50 AM -04.

Get from Calama to Santiago de Chile

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
22h 5mAverage Duration
1255 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Santiago de Chile by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Calama to Santiago de Chile start from $3. The average price for this route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The average bus travel time from Calama to Santiago de Chile is 22h 5m, covering a distance of 1255 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.

  3. Which bus companies service the Calama to Santiago de Chile route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, Pullman San Andres, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The earliest bus departs from Calama to Santiago de Chile at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    A bus trip from Calama to Santiago de Chile generates an estimated 31.368275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pullman San Andres, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-03
$87
05-04
$86
Today
$69
05-06
$69
05-07
$68
05-08
$68
05-09
$64
05-10
$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Calama to Santiago de Chile was searched and found on May 9, 2026 with a price of $64

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calama to Santiago de Chile, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $113 for a bus ticket from Calama to Santiago de Chile based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-05-09.

Usually Pluss Chile will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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