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Bus Salta to Calama: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$84
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance444 km

Salta to Calama Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salta - Calama

  1. How long does it take to get to Calama from Salta by bus?

    The trip from Salta to Calama will take on average 12h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 12h 15m.

  2. What is the distance between Salta and Calama?

    It's about 442 km (274 miles) from Salta to Calama.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Salta to Calama?

    Buses departing from Salta Terminal in Salta will take you to Av. Balmaceda in Calama.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Salta to Calama?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Calama from Salta; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$81, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Salta to Calama?

    You can expect to pay around US$84 for the bus ride from Salta to Calama.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Salta to Calama?

    Yes! If you're heading from Salta to Calama, you'll find buses departing until 1:00am and arriving the next day.

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

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05-11
US$81
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US$77
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US$77
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US$75
05-15
US$73
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US$77
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salta to Calama was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of US$73

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

You can expect to pay from US$73 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Salta to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$73 which is on 2025-05-15.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Salta to Calama, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Salta to Calama.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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