What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to La Rioja?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to bus which costs $85000 - $210000 and takes 23h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to La Rioja?

The fastest way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to fly which takes 11h 7m and costs $350000 - $1300000.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and La Rioja?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to La Rioja. However, there are services departing from Calama and arriving at Terminal La Rioja via Susques and Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 55m.

How far is it from Calama to La Rioja?

The distance between Calama and La Rioja is 807 km. The road distance is 1283.4 km.

How do I travel from Calama to La Rioja without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to La Rioja without a car is to bus via Susques which takes 22h 55m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Calama to La Rioja?

It takes approximately 11h 7m to get from Calama to La Rioja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to La Rioja bus from?

Calama to La Rioja bus services, operated by Andesmar, depart from Calama station.

Bus or fly from Calama to La Rioja?

The best way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to fly which takes 11h 7m and costs $350000 - $1300000. Alternatively, you can bus via Susques, which costs and takes 22h 55m.

Where does the Calama to La Rioja bus arrive?

Calama to La Rioja bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Susques station.

What is the time difference between Calama and La Rioja?

La Rioja is 1h ahead of Calama. It is currently 7:57 PM in Calama and 8:57 PM in La Rioja.

Can I drive from Calama to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to La Rioja is 1283 km. It takes approximately 16h 13m to drive from Calama to La Rioja.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 205+ hotels available in La Rioja.

Calama to La Rioja - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Calama to La Rioja by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport
best
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ)plane CJC - IRJ
11h 7m
$354,065–1,230,696
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Saltabus Antofagasta
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal La Riojabus La Quiaca
23h 50m
$84,076–182,533
Bus via Susques
1. Take the bus from Calama to Susquesbus
2. Take the bus from Susques to Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuybus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal La Riojabus
22h 55m
Drive 1,283.4 km
1. Drive from Calama to La Riojacar 1,283.4 km
16h 13m
$220,337–318,264
Fly to Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport (CTC)plane CJC - CTC
2. Take the bus from Terminal Catamarca to Terminal La Riojabus
14h 41m
$290,065–1,032,696
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calama to Terminal de Saltabus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal La Riojabus
23h 10m
$84,903–210,000
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Calama to Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuybus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal La Riojabus
24h 15m
$91,310–220,000

Calama to La Rioja by bus

10Weekly Buses

23h 10mAverage Duration

$84,903Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calama to La Rioja.

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Distance: 807.2 km
Duration: 11h 7m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and La Rioja, Argentina?

LATAM Chile, Aerolíneas Argentinas, and two other airlines fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calama to Terminal La Rioja via Susques and Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy in around 22h 55m.

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