Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | No tags |
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Get from Río Gallegos to El Calafate
The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Río Gallegos and El Calafate?
Stops in Río Gallegos
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez
Charlotte Fairchild, Río Gallegos, Santa Cruz, Argentina - BCmte. Luis Piedra Buena, Río Gallegos, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Stops in El Calafate
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Antoine de Saint Exsupery 87, , Z9405 El Calafate, , Santa Cruz, Argentina - B
El Calafate - Santa Cruz
Comodoro Luis Piedrabuena 100-148, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
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Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the smooth and relaxing journeys. The buses are described as clean and comfortable, with friendly staff contributing to an enjoyable travel experience. Additionally, efforts were made to accommodate passengers who faced potential delays in their connections.
Marga Taqsa Río Gallegos El Calafate recent customer reviews
Great trip, comfy bus, we didn’t get the seats we booked but it was not a problem.
Diana R.
Everything was great. We took the bus from Trelew to RIO Gallegos. As we were late we were to miss the connexion to El Calafate. Tey picked is up at a policy point to abois us to wait for the next connection (at 20:00 instead of 12:00). Very much appreciated.
D. M.
My seat was broken so would not adjust. It was a hot day and no air conditioning was turned on
Julie B.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Río Gallegos to El Calafate 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 Río Gallegos to El Calafate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Río Gallegos to El Calafate start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Río Gallegos to El Calafate?
The average bus trip duration from Río Gallegos to El Calafate is 4h, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Marga Taqsa.
Which bus companies service the Río Gallegos to El Calafate route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Río Gallegos to El Calafate?
The earliest bus departs from Río Gallegos to El Calafate at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Río Gallegos to El Calafate?
A bus trip from Río Gallegos to El Calafate generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Río Gallegos to El Calafate was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Río Gallegos to El Calafate, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $33 for a bus ticket from Río Gallegos to El Calafate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-09.
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