Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ossa varas, carvallo 970 | Terminal de Buses La Serena | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | Terminal de Buses La Serena | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | Terminal de Buses La Serena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | Terminal de Buses La Serena | No tags |
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Get from Caldera to La Serena
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 278, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Caldera and La Serena?
Stops in Caldera
- A
Parada de Autobuses de Caldera
Edwards 320, Caldera, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Caldera
Gallo 150-274, Caldera, III Región, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Cruce Caldera
Panamericana Norte 539, Caldera, III Región, Chile - D
Parada de Autobus Caldera
Ducble Almeyda 28, Caldera, III Región, Chile - EOssa Varas; Carvallo 744-828, Caldera, Atacama, Chile
Stops in La Serena
- AAmunátegui 107, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
- B
Rotonda La Serena
Panamericana Norte 208, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Caldera to La Serena, CL 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 Caldera to La Serena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Caldera to La Serena start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 620. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Caldera to La Serena?
The average bus journey time from Caldera to La Serena is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 320 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Pluss Chile.
Which bus companies service the Caldera to La Serena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Buses Paravias, Pluss Chile.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Caldera to La Serena?
The earliest bus departs from Caldera to La Serena at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Caldera to La Serena?
A bus trip from Caldera to La Serena produces an estimated 8 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 Caldera to La Serena?
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 85 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Caldera to La Serena?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Buses Paravias has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Caldera to La Serena?
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 Caldera to La Serena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, 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 Caldera to La Serena, CL was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 352To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Caldera to La Serena, CL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 352 to R 579 for a bus ticket from Caldera to La Serena, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 356, which is on 2025-12-17.
