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 - $180000 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 41m and costs $290000 - $950000.

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 Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 10m.

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 which takes 23h 10m and costs $85000 - $180000.

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

It takes approximately 11h 41m 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 41m and costs $290000 - $950000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85000 - $180000 and takes 23h 10m.

Where does the Calama to La Rioja bus arrive?

Calama to La Rioja bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Terminal de Salta station.

Can I drive from Calama to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to La Rioja is 1283 km. It takes approximately 16h 12m to drive from Calama to La Rioja.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 192+ hotels available in La Rioja.

Calama to La Rioja - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 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
best
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid Airport (IRJ)plane CJC - IRJ
11h 41m
$294,721–932,664
Bus via Terminal Balmaceda Pullman 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
23h 55m
$81,637–211,856
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
$85,091–175,000
Drive 1,283.4 km
1. Drive from Calama to La Riojacar 1,283.4 km
16h 12m
$230,000–332,223
Bus via Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus
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
$87,637–196,856

Calama to La Rioja by bus

9Weekly Buses

23h 10mAverage Duration

$85,091Cheapest 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 41m

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) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calama to Terminal La Rioja via Terminal de Salta in around 23h 10m.

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