Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | Av. Balmaceda | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario | No tags |
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Get from Arica to Calama
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Arica and Calama
Stops in Arica
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Arica
Carlos Camaccio 1951-1983, Arica, Región de Arica y Parinacota, Chile
Stops in Calama
- A
Av. Balmaceda
Av. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Expreso Norte de Calama
Sta María 1931, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Arica to Calama
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Arica to Calama?
The cheapest coach tickets from Arica to Calama start from £21. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Arica to Calama?
The average bus journey time from Arica to Calama is 9h, covering a distance of 290 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Arica to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Arica to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Arica to Calama at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Arica to Calama?
A bus journey from Arica to Calama produces an estimated 11.675424999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Arica 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 120 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Arica to Calama?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Arica to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Arica 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 4.7 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 Arica to Calama was searched and found on 11 Sept 2026 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Arica to Calama as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £26 for a bus ticket from Arica to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-09-11.
