Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda | Terminal Rodoviario Iquique | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda | Terminal Rodoviario Iquique | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda | Terminal Rodoviario Iquique | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda | Terminal Rodoviario Iquique | No tags |
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Get from Calama to Iquique
The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 296, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Calama and Iquique?
Stops in Calama
- AAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Stops in Iquique
- APatricio Lynch 60, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile
- B
Guatacondo 3430
Guatacondo 3430, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - C
Eleuterio Ramirez 594
Eleuterio Ramirez 594, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - D
Av. Salvador Allende Gossens 2360
Av. Salvador Allende Gossens 2360, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - E
Camarones
Arturo Pérez Canto 2227-2299, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - F
Huara
Huara 2963, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Iquique by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Calama to Iquique?
The cheapest bus tickets from Calama to Iquique start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 338. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Calama to Iquique?
The average bus journey time from Calama to Iquique is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 280 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Calama to Iquique route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Buses Andimar, Cikbus Elité, Pluss Chile, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Calama to Iquique?
The earliest bus departs from Calama to Iquique at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Iquique?
A bus trip from Calama to Iquique produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Calama to Iquique?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Clikbus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calama to Iquique?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Calama to Iquique?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Clikbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calama to Iquique?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Andimar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Calama to Iquique was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 267To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calama to Iquique as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 267 to R 349 for a bus ticket from Calama to Iquique based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 267, which is on 2025-12-12.
