Passengers generally appreciate the comfortable seats and timely arrivals, with some noting helpful assistance from staff during border crossings. However, there are mentions of issues such as broken toilet locks, non-functional charging ports, incorrect bus stop markings leading to confusion, and desert dust entering the coach. Despite these concerns, many travelers found their experiences satisfactory overall.
Cruz del Norte San Pedro de Atacama Uyuni recent customer reviews
We took the bus atamaca to Uyuni as this is the only bus company that does the route. However I will never use this company again. I strongly recommend using an alternative perhaps the Denomades direct shuttle service between Uyuni and SPdA, or multi day salt flat tour which picks up or returns to Uyuni/SpdA.
We arrived at the bus stop at 03:30am the bus driver appeared and told us the bus was broken and we could sit on the bus until 7/8am. The bus was FREEZING. 1 degree temperatures and the door was open for safety. The bus was disgusting, rubbish everywhere, unclean, it smelt of wee. It was a horrendous 5 hours until the sun came up and warmed us up. There was NO apology. This is unacceptable and inhumane!!!
The bus company would have known the battery was dead the night before, he could have made a WhatsApp group with the 7 people on the bus and told us not to arrive until 8am. We eventually left at 11:30am. The journey was smooth despite being on a filthy bus. However no AC.
Avoid at all costs.
1 out of 5 stars
Emma B.
The bus didn’t departure on time instead postpone more than 8 hours to arrive destination
1 out of 5 stars
Huichih T.
Absolute terrible 😫. I didn't reach Uyuni. The bus is still waiting on the border of Chile-Bolivia. Worst trip ever.
Based on 59 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Trans Salvador ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 168
Trans Salvador San Pedro de Atacama Uyuni recent customer reviews
It was awful. We booked a week in advance only to get a WhatsApp 7hours before the bus departure saying the bus was not leaving San Pedro but instead Calama. This left us with no option but to pay 100,000 Chilean pesos for a taxi. Not good enough!
1 out of 5 stars
Kevin L.
Not enjoyable at all!
The driver over slept! I woke up him and we left 30 minutes late.
The helper and the driver were rude to all the passengers
Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the power outlets. Trans Ricardo ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 175
Trans Ricardo San Pedro de Atacama Uyuni recent customer reviews
Avoid at all costs. The "bus" which was just a car with no proof of ID arrived in Atacama 45 mins late. We had to do 4 buses in total, with the border crossing taking 3 hours as we had to wait for the next minibus, which then did not have enough seats on it, so people were sat on top of each other. The final minibus then broke down by running out of fuel.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni 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 San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni start at R 1 132. The average price for this route is around R 1 132. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
The average bus journey time from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 308 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Cruz del Norte.
Which bus companies service the San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
The earliest bus departs from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 03:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
A bus trip from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni 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 San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Trans Salvador, with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Trans Ricardo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cruz del Norte, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Trans Salvador, with a cleanliness rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 073
