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 via San Salvador de Jujuy which costs $85000 - $220000 and takes 24h 50m.

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 10h 44m 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 Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus and arriving at Terminal La Rioja via Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 5m.

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 5m and costs $85000 - $220000.

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

It takes approximately 10h 44m 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 Pullman Bus, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus station.

Bus or fly from Calama to La Rioja?

The best way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to fly which takes 10h 44m and costs $290000 - $950000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85000 - $220000 and takes 23h 5m.

Where does the Calama to La Rioja bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Calama and La Rioja?

La Rioja is 1h ahead of Calama. It is currently 12:10 AM in Calama and 1:10 AM 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 204+ 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
10h 44m
$294,532–932,095
Bus
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 5m
$86,609–214,164
Drive 1,283.4 km
1. Drive from Calama to La Riojacar 1,283.4 km
16h 13m
$227,422–328,498
Bus via Salta
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 45m
$103,609–214,164
Bus via San Salvador de Jujuy
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 50m
$86,931–220,000

Calama to La Rioja by bus

4Weekly Buses

23h 5mAverage Duration

$86,609Cheapest 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: 10h 44m

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 Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal La Rioja via Terminal de Salta in around 23h 5m.

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