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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Ovalle | Terminal de buses Calama | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Ovalle | Terminal de buses Calama | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Ovalle | Calama | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Ovalle | Av. Balmaceda | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Ovalle (Ovalle Bus Terminal) | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | No tags |
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Get from Ovalle to Calama
The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ovalle and Calama?
Stops in Ovalle
- AAriztía Oriente 769, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
- B
Parada de Autobus Terrapuerto Ovalle
Avda. La Paz 28, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile - C
Ovalle
Ariztía Pte. 739, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ovalle 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Ovalle to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ovalle to Calama start from $45. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Ovalle to Calama?
The average bus travel time from Ovalle to Calama is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 935 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Ovalle to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ovalle to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Ovalle to Calama at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ovalle to Calama?
A bus trip from Ovalle to Calama generates an estimated 23 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 Ovalle to Calama?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ovalle to Calama?
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 Ovalle to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ovalle to Calama?
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 Ovalle to Calama was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ovalle to Calama, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $90 for a bus ticket from Ovalle to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2026-02-16.
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.
