Travelers have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its comfort, cleanliness, and reliability. Many appreciated the smooth border crossing process and found the staff to be helpful. While some mentioned occasional delays or changes in departure points without clear communication, overall satisfaction remains high due to punctuality and efficient operations.
Bus-Sur Puerto Natales El Calafate recent customer reviews
Most comfortable and luxurious ride of my life. Very careful driver. Excellent organization.
5 out of 5 stars
Yours T.
Very comfortable bus journey from Puerto Natales to El Calafate. Good space in seating area. Very windy so journey disrupted with 5 hour layover in service station.
Had to ask for WiFi code.
Bottle of water and cereal bar provided on embarkation.
4 out of 5 stars
Karen D.
We are still on the bus, with a huge delay mainly due to Border Control. One officer for hundreds of travellers. Unacceptable.
Passengers consistently praised the comfortable seating and smooth border crossing process. The staff was noted for being friendly, although language barriers were occasionally mentioned as a challenge since some crew members only spoke Spanish. While most trips went smoothly, there were instances of delays due to various reasons such as route choices or external factors like high winds affecting travel time. Overall, travelers appreciated the service despite minor inconveniences with timing and communication in certain situations.
Marga Taqsa Puerto Natales El Calafate recent customer reviews
I would recommend this bus but highlight it did leave 20 mins late, immigration took approx 1.5hrs, and arrival in El Calafate approx 1 hr late. Also I think they changed the seats from what I booked. Bus Sur I think was nicer but this was still ok but just don’t rely on timings
4 out of 5 stars
Lauren M.
Delayed by 1.5 hours and missed our connection. Paid for upgrade but all seats were the same.
1 out of 5 stars
Charlotte B.
Bus ride was fine. It was not made clear that we were only allowed one checked bag per person even if we were prepared to pay for the xtra bag.
Passengers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality, comfort, and cleanliness. The staff is described as friendly and professional. While some travelers noted a lack of Wi-Fi or charging facilities on certain trips, overall satisfaction remains high due to smooth journeys and efficient border crossings.
Turismo Zaahj Puerto Natales El Calafate recent customer reviews
Lovely ride. Incredibly comfortable seats, beautiful views, bus left and arrived on time. I am looking forward to the return!
5 out of 5 stars
Annie B.
Bus left on time, the seats were comfortable and there was heaps of leg room. Only fault was a delay at the border due to other unprepared travellers not having their documents ready.
4 out of 5 stars
Shannon H.
Quick and easy online ticket purchase and check in. Comfortable seats, pleasant hassle free journey.
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the temperature. Austral Tourist ticket prices on this trip start at R 701
Austral Tourist Puerto Natales El Calafate recent customer reviews
The bus was late 2hours and we missed our next bus to chalten
1 out of 5 stars
Linaa A.
The bus was late for 1 hour and 40 minutes and we missed our bus to El chalten
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Puerto Natales to El Calafate 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 Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Natales to El Calafate start at R 519. The average price for this route is around R 692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
The average bus journey time from Puerto Natales to El Calafate is 6h, covering a distance of 156 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Bus-Sur.
Which bus companies service the Puerto Natales to El Calafate route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
The earliest bus departs from Puerto Natales to El Calafate at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
A bus trip from Puerto Natales to El Calafate produces an estimated 4 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 Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Turismo Zaahj, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 171 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Austral Tourist has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Turismo Zaahj, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Natales to El Calafate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Bus-Sur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
03/12
R 489
04/12
R 491
Today
R 494
06/12
R 497
07/12
R 497
08/12
R 497
09/12
R 497
10/12
R 492
The cheapest trip from Puerto Natales to El Calafate was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 489
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Puerto Natales to El Calafate as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 489 to R 850 for a bus ticket from Puerto Natales to El Calafate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 492, which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually Turismo Zaahj, Bus-Sur 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.
The cheapest trip from Puerto Natales to El Calafate was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 489
