What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 34h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas?

The fastest way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $80 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Puerto Varas?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Puerto Varas. However, there are services departing from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile and arriving at Puerto Varas via Terminal Sur de Santiago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 20m.

How far is it from Calama to Puerto Varas?

The distance between Calama and Puerto Varas is 2169 km. The road distance is 2523.3 km.

How do I travel from Calama to Puerto Varas without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas without a car is to bus which takes 34h 20m and costs $60 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Calama to Puerto Varas?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Calama to Puerto Varas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Puerto Varas bus from?

Calama to Puerto Varas bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile station.

Bus or fly from Calama to Puerto Varas?

The best way to get from Calama to Puerto Varas is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $80 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 34h 20m.

Where does the Calama to Puerto Varas bus arrive?

Calama to Puerto Varas bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, arrive at Terminal San Borja station.

Can I drive from Calama to Puerto Varas?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Puerto Varas is 2523 km. It takes approximately 27h 39m to drive from Calama to Puerto Varas.

Where can I stay near Puerto Varas?

There are 928+ hotels available in Puerto Varas.

Calama to Puerto Varas - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Calama to Puerto Varas 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 Calama Airport to El Tepual International Airport
best
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to El Tepual International Airport (PMC)plane CJC - PMC
6h 57m
$82–323
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal San Borjabus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Puerto Varasbus Santiago
34h 20m
$64–119
Drive 2,523.3 km
1. Drive from Calama to Puerto Varascar 2,523.3 km
27h 39m
$312–450
Fly Calama Airport to Osorno, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Osorno (ZOS)plane CJC - ZOS
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Buses Osorno to Terminal Puerto Varas - Turbusbus
8h 9m
$90–403
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly to El Tepual International Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagastabus
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to El Tepual International Airport (PMC)plane ANF - PMC
9h 39m
$105–365
Bus via Terminal Puerto Varas - Turbus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Alameda - Turbusbus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal Puerto Varas - Turbusbus Santiago / ...
35h 15m
$68–180

Calama to Puerto Varas by bus

28Weekly Buses

35h 15mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Calama to Puerto Varas.

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Distance: 2,168.8 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Puerto Varas, Chile?

LATAM Chile, Sky Airline, and JetSMART fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to El Tepual International Airport (PMC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Puerto Varas via Terminal San Borja and Terminal Sur de Santiago in around 34h 20m.

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