Find coaches from Ovalle to Calama

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Next departures from Ovalle to Calama on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Cikbus Elité
Terminal Ovalle
CalamaCheapest
Cikbus Elité
Terminal Ovalle
Terminal de buses CalamaFastest
Cikbus Elité
Terminal Ovalle
CalamaNo tags
Pluss Chile
Terminal Ovalle
Av. BalmacedaNo tags
Andimar
Ovalle (Ovalle Bus Terminal)
Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos)No tags

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Get from Ovalle to Calama

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The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
17h 20mAverage duration
934 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ovalle to Calama: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration17h 20m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure04:35
Distance933 km
Latest bus departure23:45

Ovalle to Calama Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Ovalle to Calama. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Ovalle to Calama from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Calama from Ovalle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Ovalle - Calama

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

    The bus ticket price from Ovalle to Calama starts at US$29. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ovalle to Calama 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 Ovalle to Calama?

    The average travel time between Ovalle and Calama is around 17h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 934 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Ovalle to Calama can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ovalle to Calama by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Ovalle to Calama?

    When taking the bus from Ovalle to Calama, 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 Ovalle to Calama?

    Buses travelling between Ovalle and Calama leave from Terminal Ovalle or Parada de Autobus Terrapuerto Ovalle and arrive at Av. Balmaceda, Calama, Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan.

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$28
29/10
US$32
Today
US$28
31/10
US$28
01/11
US$32
02/11
US$33
03/11
US$33
04/11
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ovalle to Calama was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$62 for a bus ticket from Ovalle to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-10-31.

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 Ovalle and Calama!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ovalle to Calama, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Ovalle to Calama.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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