How far is Calama from Antofagasta by coach?

The journey from Antofagasta to Calama by coach covers an approximate distance of 124 miles (200 km).

What is the best way to go from Antofagasta to Calama without a car?

You can reach Calama from Antofagasta by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Antofagasta to Calama from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Antofagasta to Calama on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada)	4h 5m	10:05	Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Terminal Antofagasta	3h 45m	11:45	Terminal de buses Calama	Fastest
Bus	05:30	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	08:30	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	12:00	Calama	No tags
Bus	08:00	Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada)	4h 5m	11:05	Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Calama on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	21:15	Av. Balmaceda	Cheapest
Bus	04:35	Terminal Antofagasta	3h 55m	07:30	Terminal de buses Calama	Fastest
Bus	04:35	Terminal Antofagasta	4h 10m	07:45	Calama	No tags
Bus	14:10	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	17:10	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	07:00	Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada)	4h 5m	10:05	Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Calama on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	21:15	Av. Balmaceda	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Terminal Antofagasta	3h 45m	11:45	Terminal de buses Calama	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	12:00	Calama	No tags
Bus	06:25	Terminal Antofagasta	4h	09:25	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	07:00	Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada)	4h 5m	10:05	Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)	No tags

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Get from Antofagasta to Calama

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

4hAverage duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

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Where are the popular stops in Antofagasta and Calama?

Stops in Antofagasta

A - Terminal Antofagasta

B - Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253

C - Terminal Flota Barrios

D - Terminal Pullman Bus

E - Terminal Buses Camus

F - Terminal Tur Bus

Stops in Calama

A - Av. Balmaceda

B - Calama

C - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan

D - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar

E - Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda

F - Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Antofagasta to Calama

How far is Calama from Antofagasta by coach?
The journey from Antofagasta to Calama by coach covers an approximate distance of 124 miles (200 km).
What is the best way to go from Antofagasta to Calama without a car?
You can reach Calama from Antofagasta by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

£6

14/11

£7

Today

£6

16/11

£7

17/11

£6

18/11

£6

19/11

£6

20/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Antofagasta to Calama was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £16 for a bus ticket from Antofagasta to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-19.