How much is the bus ticket from Santiago de Chile to Calama?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Chile to Calama start from $2. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Santiago de Chile to Calama?

The average bus trip duration from Santiago de Chile to Calama is 22h 25m, covering a distance of 809 miles (1305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 15m and is operated by Cikbus Elité .

Which bus companies service the Santiago de Chile to Calama route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile , Cikbus Elité , Buses Andimar , FlixBus , Pullman San Andres .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Chile to Calama?

The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Chile to Calama at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama?

A bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama generates an estimated 32.606125 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 Santiago de Chile to Calama?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Chile to Calama?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago de Chile to Calama?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Chile 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.

Bus Santiago de Chile to Calama from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	San Borja	21h 10m	5:10pm	Av. Balmaceda	Fastest
Bus	3:00pm	San Borja	22h 5m	1:05pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 10m	3:10pm	Terminal Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	San Borja	21h 20m	1:35pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Terminal San Borja	23h 10m	6:40am	Calama (Terminal Nuevo)	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	20h 15m	6:15pm	Terminal de buses Calama	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 15m	11:45am	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	San Borja	21h 20m	9:25am	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal San Borjas	21h 20m	8:20am	Terminal Granaderos	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Terminal San Borja	1d	9:55am	Calama (Terminal Nuevo)	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	20h 15m	6:15pm	Terminal de buses Calama	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 30m	1:30pm	Terminal de buses Calama	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	San Borja	21h 20m	9:25am	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal San Borjas	21h 20m	8:20am	Terminal Granaderos	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus Chile + Andimar	Bus	10:35am	Santiago (Los Libertadores)	23h 20m	9:55am	Calama (Terminal Nuevo)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	20h 45m	5:15pm	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	Fastest
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 30m	7:30am	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 10m	3:10pm	Terminal Balmaceda	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05am	Santiago (Los Libertadores)	22h 35m	6:40am	Calama (Terminal Nuevo)	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	20h 45m	5:15pm	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 30m	12:00pm	Terminal de buses Calama	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 10m	3:10pm	Terminal Balmaceda	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	20h 45m	5:15pm	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 30m	12:00pm	Terminal de buses Calama	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 35m	1:35pm	Terminal Granaderos	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on May 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cikbus Elité + Pluss Chile	Bus	11:00pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	22h 40m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	San Borja	21h 10m	5:10pm	Av. Balmaceda	Fastest
	Bus	2:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 30m	12:00pm	Terminal de buses Calama	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 10m	3:10pm	Terminal Balmaceda	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Chile to Calama on May 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus Chile + Andimar	Bus	10:35am	Santiago (Los Libertadores)	23h 20m	9:55am	Calama (Terminal Nuevo)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	San Borja	21h 10m	5:10pm	Av. Balmaceda	Fastest
	Bus	2:30pm	Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja	21h 15m	11:45am	Terminal Rodoviario de Calama	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	San Borja	22h 10m	9:40pm	Av. Balmaceda	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Terminal San Borjas	21h 10m	3:10pm	Terminal Balmaceda	No tags

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Get from Santiago de Chile to Calama

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

22h 25mAverage Duration

809 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santiago de Chile and Calama?

Stops in Santiago de Chile

A
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
B
Terminal Sur
Santiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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C
Terminal Los Héroes
Tucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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D
Terminal ETM
Pdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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E
Pajaritos
Av. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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F
Rancagua
Estado 480, Rancagua, VI Región, Chile
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Stops in Calama

A
Av. Balmaceda
Av. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile
C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile

Compare bus companies

Pluss Chile

3.9/5106 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.4

Users have noted that the buses are clean and comfortable, with spacious seating and friendly staff. However, there were some concerns about punctuality as departures and arrivals experienced delays without apparent cause. Additionally, issues such as non-functional outlets and internet connectivity were mentioned in multiple reviews.

Pluss Chile Santiago de Chile Calama recent customer reviews

Enjoyed that the bus was clean and comfortable. The driver did a great job and the onboard was very diligent. Didn't enjoy that the departure was 45 minutes late and the arrival in Calama was 90 minutes late - there were no traffic issues or accidents along the way - maybe PlusChile need to revise their trip times for accuracy?

Mark E.

May 8, 2025

The seats were extremely comfortable and there was a lot of space. Im very happy with the bus. The staff was nice too. The only downside was that the outlet by my seat did not work, neither did the internet.

Jennifer M.

June 3, 2024

Cikbus Elité

3.7/5139 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

According to 11 reviews, Cikbus Elité received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the wifi. Cikbus Elité ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Cikbus Elité / Ciktur Santiago de Chile Calama recent customer reviews

We were told there would be food and there was not. There are only very brief stops to let other passengers on where we had to run around to find food. Also the seats are sold as ‘Camo’ which in other buses are lie-flat but these only semi recline and have very limited space in front. Toilet was dirty and smelly.

Matilda D.

March 28, 2024

Very poor, they refuse to exchange a refundable ticket

Hugh M.

March 28, 2024

Very comfortable

Connor W.

January 22, 2019

Buses Andimar

3.9/564 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0.9

FlixBus

3.5/512,529 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Pullman San Andres

3.7/517 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

CL bus companies:FlixBus, Via Tac, Andesmar, CATA Internacional, buses TranSantin, Buses Andimar, ETM

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santiago de Chile 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 Santiago de Chile to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Chile to Calama start from $2. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Santiago de Chile to Calama?
The average bus trip duration from Santiago de Chile to Calama is 22h 25m, covering a distance of 809 miles (1305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 15m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Santiago de Chile to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, FlixBus, Pullman San Andres.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Chile to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Chile to Calama at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama?
A bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama generates an estimated 32.606125 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 Santiago de Chile to Calama?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Chile to Calama?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago de Chile to Calama?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Chile 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.

Best price found

04/23

$50

04/24

$50

Today

$50

04/26

$50

04/27

$50

04/28

$49

04/29

$49

04/30

$50

The cheapest trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $83 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Chile to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2026-04-28.

Usually Buses Andimar 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.