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Bus Santiago to Calama: Trip Overview
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Based on 187 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. PLUSS ticket prices on this trip start at US$38.00
PlussChile Santiago Calama recent customer reviews
Don’t forget to bring all your food (cuz no real stop to eat) and your own toilet paper to use the bathroom!
The buss departed late, there were no paper available in the toilet, otherwise okay experience
Based on 61 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Cikbus Elité ticket prices on this trip start at US$46.00
Cikbus Elité Santiago Calama recent customer reviews
Very comfortable
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Buses Andimar ticket prices on this trip start at US$39.00
Santiago to Calama Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Buses | 20 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 7:30AM - 11:05PM |
Minimum Price | US$37 |
Average Ticket Price | US$51 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 20h15m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 22h30m |
Distance | 1235 km |
Bus companies on this route | PLUSS, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Santiago and Calama?
Santiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Terminal SurSan Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
San BorjaTucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Terminal Los HéroesPdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Terminal ETMAv. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
PajaritosJuan Esteban Montero 5688, Las Condes, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
SantiagoAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Av. BalmacedaAntofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile
CalamaAscotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - AscotanCebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - CebollarTerminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. BalmacedaAv. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Terminal Pullman Bus de CalamaFrequently asked questions on the trip Santiago - Calama
The average bus ticket price from Santiago to Calama is US$51. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santiago to Calama is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Santiago and Calama is around 22h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 15m.This is the time it takes to travel the 2935 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Santiago to Calama can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santiago to Calama by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Santiago to Calama, you can travel comfortably and safely with PLUSS, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar.
Buses travelling between Santiago and Calama leave from Terminal Sur or San Borja and arrive at Av. Balmaceda, Calama, Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago to Calama, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2024-03-21.
Usually Cikbus Elité / Ciktur, PlussChile 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.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santiago to Calama.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santiago to Calama, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santiago to Calama will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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Popular Buses Connecting Calama
Buses Leaving from Calama
- Bus from Calama to Uyuni
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Buses Going to Calama
- Bus from Antofagasta to Calama
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- Bus from Tocopilla to Calama
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- Caldera - Calama
- Bus from Ollague to Calama
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Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales
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- Bus from Torres del Paine to Punta Arenas
- Bus San Pedro de Atacama - Antofagasta
- Puerto Montt - Pucon
- Bus from Santiago to Puerto Natales
- Bus Santiago - San Pedro de Atacama
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