What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region is to bus which costs $18 - $80 and takes 10h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region?

The fastest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region is to fly and bus which takes 6h 46m and costs $85 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Atacama Region?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus and arriving at Terminal Copiapó - Turbus. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Calama to Atacama Region?

The distance between Calama and Atacama Region is 719 km. The road distance is 696.4 km.

How do I travel from Calama to Atacama Region without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to Atacama Region without a car is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $18 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Calama to Atacama Region?

The bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Copiapó - Turbus takes 10h 35m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Calama to Atacama Region bus from?

Calama to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Turbus, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus station.

Where does the Calama to Atacama Region bus arrive?

Calama to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Turbus, arrive at Terminal Copiapó - Turbus station.

Can I drive from Calama to Atacama Region?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Atacama Region is 696 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Calama to Atacama Region.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calama to Atacama Region?

Book your Calama to Atacama Region bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Atacama Region?

There are 58+ hotels available in Atacama Region.

Calama to Atacama Region - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Calama to Atacama Region by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Copiapó - TurbusCalama
10h 35m
$18–80
Drive 696.4 km
1. Drive from Calama to Copiapó696.4 km
9h 10m
$86–124
Fly to Chamonate Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)CJC - CPO
2. Take the bus from Cruce de Aeropuerto de Atacama to Terminal Casther
6h 46m
$86–312
Fly to La Florida Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Florida Airport (LSC)CJC - LSC
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Vicuña to Terminal de buses La Serena
3. Take the bus from Terminal de buses La Serena to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus
8h 16m
$122–362

Calama to Atacama Region by bus

75Weekly Buses

10h 35mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 719.3 km
Duration: 10h 35m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Atacama Region, Chile?

Turbus operates a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Copiapó - Turbus 4 times a day. Tickets cost $21–80 and the journey takes 10h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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