Bus from Calama to Santiago de Chile: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Calama to Santiago de Chile on 16 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Pluss ChileBus
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Av. Balmaceda
San BorjaCheapest
Pluss ChileBus
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Av. Balmaceda
San BorjaFastest
Cikbus ElitéBus
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Rodoviario de Calama
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaNo tags
Pullman San AndrésBus
  • Toilet
Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario
Terminal San BorjasNo tags
Pullman San Andrés + Cikbus Elité
Bus
  • Toilet
Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaNo tags
Pullman San Andrés + Pluss Chile
Bus
  • Toilet
Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario
San BorjaNo tags
AndimarBus
Calama (Terminal Nuevo)
Terminal San BorjaNo tags
Pullman San AndrésBus
  • Toilet
Nuevo Terminal Rodoviario
Terminal San BorjasNo tags

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Get from Calama to Santiago de Chile

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
21h 55mAverage duration
765 milesDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Calama to Santiago de Chile

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Calama to Santiago de Chile start from £32. The average price for this route is around £49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The average bus journey time from Calama to Santiago de Chile is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 765 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 20m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.

  3. Which bus companies service the Calama to Santiago de Chile route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    The earliest bus departs from Calama to Santiago de Chile at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    A bus journey from Calama to Santiago de Chile produces an estimated 30.843675000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 123 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calama to Santiago de Chile?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
13/09
£61
14/09
£45
Today
£37
16/09
£37
17/09
£37
18/09
£37
19/09
£45
20/09
£36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Calama to Santiago de Chile was searched and found on 20 Sept 2026 with a price of £36

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

You can expect to pay from £36 to £61 for a bus ticket from Calama to Santiago de Chile based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2026-09-20.

Usually Buses Andimar 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.

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