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Get from Iquique to Calama
The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Iquique and Calama?
Stops in Iquique
- A
Patricio Lynch 60
Patricio Lynch 60, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - B
Guatacondo 3430
Guatacondo 3430, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - C
Eleuterio Ramirez 594
Eleuterio Ramirez 594, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - D
Av. Salvador Allende Gossens 2360
Av. Salvador Allende Gossens 2360, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - E
Camarones
Arturo Pérez Canto 2227-2299, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile - F
Huara
Huara 2963, Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile
Stops in Calama
- A
Av. Balmaceda
Av. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Expreso Norte de Calama
Sta María 1931, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Iquique to Calama by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Iquique to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Iquique to Calama start from $16. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Iquique to Calama?
The average bus trip duration from Iquique to Calama is 5h, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Iquique to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Iquique to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Iquique to Calama at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Iquique to Calama?
A bus trip from Iquique to Calama generates an estimated 7.022150000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Iquique to Calama?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Iquique to Calama?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Pullman San Andres has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Iquique to Calama?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Iquique to Calama?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pullman San Andres, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Iquique to Calama, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $28 for a bus ticket from Iquique to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-07-16.








