Bus from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de ómnibus de BarilocheCheapest
Chalten TravelBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus de BarilocheFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:56 PM -03.

Get from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $246, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
1027 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche 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 El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    The cheapest bus tickets from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche start from $246. The average price for this route is around $284. 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 El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    The average bus travel time from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Marga Taqsa.

  3. Which bus companies service the El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Chaltén Travel, Marga Taqsa.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    The earliest bus departs from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    A bus trip from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche generates an estimated 26 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 El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 774 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chaltén Travel has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
11-26
$306
11-27
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Today
$301
11-29
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11-30
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12-01
$300
12-02
$311
12-03
$300
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $300

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $300 to $311 for a bus ticket from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $300 which is on 2025-12-01.

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