Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:41 PM -04.
Get from Calama to Vallenar
The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Calama and Vallenar?
Stops in Calama
- AAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Stops in Vallenar
- A
Terminal Pullman Bus de Vallenar
Arturo Prat 1-199, Vallenar, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Omnibus Vallenar
Prat 137,, Vallenar, , Región de Atacama,, Chile - C
Cruce Ruta 5 Vallenar
Longitudinal Norte, Sector: Punta Colorada - Portezuelo las, Bombas, Vallenar, III Región, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Vallenar by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Calama to Vallenar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Calama to Vallenar start from $34. The average price for this route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Calama to Vallenar?
The average bus travel time from Calama to Vallenar is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 706 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Calama to Vallenar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, Pluss Chile.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Calama to Vallenar?
The earliest bus departs from Calama to Vallenar at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Vallenar?
A bus trip from Calama to Vallenar generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Calama to Vallenar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calama to Vallenar?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Cikbus Elité has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Calama to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calama to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Calama to Vallenar was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calama to Vallenar, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $73 for a bus ticket from Calama to Vallenar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-12.
