What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to Puno?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Puno is to bus and train which costs $40 - $55 and takes 20h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to Puno?

The fastest way to get from Calama to Puno is to bus and fly which takes 11h 33m and costs $320 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Puno?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Puno. However, there are services departing from Frontera del Norte Calama and arriving at Juliaca via Terminal Internacional, Tacna, Moquegua and Arequipa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 9m.

How far is it from Calama to Puno?

The distance between Calama and Puno is 1280 km. The road distance is 1051.5 km.

How do I travel from Calama to Puno without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to Puno without a car is to bus via Arequipa which takes 17h 9m and costs $50 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Calama to Puno?

It takes approximately 17h 9m to get from Calama to Puno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Puno bus from?

Calama to Puno bus services, operated by Frontera del Norte, depart from Frontera del Norte Calama station.

Where does the Calama to Puno bus arrive?

Calama to Puno bus services, operated by Frontera del Norte, arrive at Terminal Rodoviario de Arica station.

What is the time difference between Calama and Puno?

Puno is 2h behind Calama. It is currently 3:21 AM in Calama and 1:21 AM in Puno.

Can I drive from Calama to Puno?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Puno is 1052 km. It takes approximately 15h 7m to drive from Calama to Puno.

Calama to Puno - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Calama to Puno by bus, car, plane, train, or shuttle

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

Bus via Arequipa
best
1. Take the bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Moquegua
4. Take the bus from Moquegua to Arequipa
5. Take the bus from Arequipa to Juliaca
17h 9m
$54–139
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the train from Arica to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Juliaca
20h 56m
$43–50
Drive 1,051.5 km
1. Drive from Calama to Juliaca1,051.5 km
15h 7m
$158–229
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagasta
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL)ANF - JUL
11h 33m
$326–485
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Puno
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Puno to Terminal Terrestre Interdepartamental de Juliaca
20h 31m
$52–92
Fly Calama Airport to Chacalluta Arica Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)CJC - ARI
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Puno
15h 38m
$121–352
Fly Calama Airport to El Alto International Airport, bus, shuttle
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)CJC - LPB
2. Take the bus from La Paz to Desaguadero
3. Take a shuttle bus from Desaguadero to Puno
18h 20m
$399–710

Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) flights

9Weekly Planes

6h 48mAverage Duration

$209Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 1,280.3 km
Duration: 17h 9m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Puno, Peru?

You can take a bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Juliaca via Terminal Rodoviario de Arica, Terminal Internacional, Tacna, Moquegua, and Arequipa in around 17h 9m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines