How do I get from Calama to Salta without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Salta without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from Calama to Salta?

The travel time from Calama to Salta is about 11h, but you can get there in as little as 11h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 274 miles (442 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Calama from Salta?

About 274 miles (442 km) separate Calama and Salta.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Calama to Salta?

Most of the buses traveling from Calama to Salta leave from Av. Balmaceda and arrive at Salta Terminal. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Calama to Salta?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Calama to Salta by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $83.

How much does a bus ticket from Calama to Salta cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Calama to Salta is $87. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $83 and $100, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Calama to Salta Bus Tickets

TodayMay 8

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from $77

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Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 12 at 6:00am
Departure city: Calama
Departure location: Tur Bus Terminal of Calama
Arrival time: May 12 at 6:00pm
Destination city: Salta
Destination location: Salta Terminal
Operated by: Andesmar
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h

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Bus Calama to Salta: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$87

Average bus trip duration11h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance276 miles (444 km)

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Andesmar

3.5/52,034 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1

Based on 2034 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Andesmar ticket prices on this trip start at $83.00

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Calama to Salta Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Calama and Salta?

Stops in Calama

A - Av. Balmaceda

B - Calama

C - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan

D - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar

E - Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda

F - Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama

Stops in Salta

A - Salta Terminal

B - Mendoza 339

Frequently asked questions for your trip Calama - Salta

How do I get from Calama to Salta without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Calama to Salta?
How far is Calama from Salta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Calama to Salta?
What is the cheapest way to go from Calama to Salta?
How much does a bus ticket from Calama to Salta cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/06

$75

05/07

$78

Today

$75

05/09

$79

05/10

$73

05/11

No data

05/12

$73

05/13

$75

The cheapest trip from Calama to Salta was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $79 for a bus ticket from Calama to Salta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-05-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Calama to Salta.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Calama to Salta.

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 Salta.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Calama to Salta.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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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