Find coaches from Calama to Santiago, CL

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Next departures from Calama to Santiago on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Andimar
Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)
Terminal San BorjaCheapest
Cikbus Elité
Terminal de buses Calama
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaFastest
Cikbus Elité
Calama
Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de BorjaNo tags
Pluss Chile
Av. Balmaceda
San BorjaNo tags
Andimar
Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)
Terminal San BorjaNo tags

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Get from Calama to Santiago

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The journey takes about 21 hours, and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
21hAverage duration
1226 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Calama to Santiago, CL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration21h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure08:30
Distance1226 km
Latest bus departure22:50

Calama to Santiago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Calama - Santiago, CL

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Calama to Santiago cost?

    The bus ticket price from Calama to Santiago starts at US$36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Calama to Santiago 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Calama to Santiago?

    The average travel time between Calama and Santiago is around 21h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1232 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Calama and Santiago?

    The number of buses from Calama to Santiago 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 Calama to Santiago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Calama to Santiago?

    When taking the bus from Calama to Santiago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Calama to Santiago?

    Buses travelling between Calama and Santiago leave from Av. Balmaceda or Calama and arrive at San Borja, Terminal Sur, Terminal Los Héroes.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$39
29/10
US$46
Today
US$46
31/10
US$38
01/11
US$40
02/11
US$42
03/11
US$36
04/11
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Calama to Santiago, CL was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$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, CL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Calama to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually Pluss Chile 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Calama and Santiago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Calama to Santiago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Calama to Santiago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Calama to Santiago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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