Bus from La Serena, CL to Calama: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for La Serena to Calama on June 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AndimarBus
La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena)
Calama (Terminal Nuevo) Cheapest
Pullman San AndrésBus
Terminal La Serena
Terminal BalmacedaFastest
Cikbus ElitéBus
Terminal de Buses La Serena
Terminal de buses CalamaNo tags
Pluss ChileBus
Terminal de Buses La Serena
Av. BalmacedaNo tags
Pullman San AndrésBus
Terminal La Serena
Terminal BalmacedaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:06 PM -04.

Get from La Serena to Calama

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
14h 35mAverage Duration
861 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Serena, CL to Calama 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 La Serena to Calama?

    The cheapest bus tickets from La Serena to Calama start from $28. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 La Serena to Calama?

    The average bus travel time from La Serena to Calama is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 861 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.

  3. Which bus companies service the La Serena to Calama route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Pullman San Andres, Buses Andimar, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from La Serena to Calama?

    The earliest bus departs from La Serena to Calama at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Serena to Calama?

    A bus trip from La Serena to Calama generates an estimated 21.500125 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 La Serena to Calama?

    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 111 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Serena to Calama?

    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 La Serena to Calama?

    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 La Serena to Calama?

    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
06-05
$55
06-06
$61
Today
$63
06-08
$59
06-09
$54
06-10
$49
06-11
$49
06-12
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from La Serena, CL to Calama was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $95 for a bus ticket from La Serena, CL to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-06-12.

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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