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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Quito is to bus which costs $120 - $220 and takes 2 days 19h.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Quito is to bus and fly and car which takes 13h 13m and costs $290 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Quito. However, there are services departing from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Internacional, Tacna and Lima Javier Prado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.

How far is it from Calama to Quito?

The distance between Calama and Quito is 3006 km. The road distance is 3569.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 19h and costs $120 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 13h 13m to get from Calama to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Quito bus from?

Calama to Quito bus services, operated by Kenny Bus, depart from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus station.

Where does the Calama to Quito bus arrive?

Calama to Quito bus services, operated by Kenny Bus, arrive at Terminal Rodoviario de Arica station.

What is the time difference between Calama and Quito?

Quito is 2h behind Calama. It is currently 5:08 PM in Calama and 3:08 PM in Quito.

Can I drive from Calama to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Quito is 3570 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Calama to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 891+ hotels available in Quito.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Calama to Quito by bus, plane, 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.

Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly, car
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagasta
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)ANF - UIO
3. Drive from Quito Airport to Quito
13h 13m
$292–672
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
3. Take the bus from Tacna to Lima Terminal Excluciva
4. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
2d 19h
$121–218
Drive 3,569.7 km
1. Drive from Calama to Quito3,569.7 km
2d
$441–636
Fly from Calama Airport, car
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)CJC - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quito
13h 15m
$241–692
Bus via Terminal Balmaceda Pullman 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 Lima Terminal Excluciva
4. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
2d 21h
$136–251
Bus #2
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 Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
4. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
2d 23h
$201–351

Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

6Weekly Planes

10h 43mAverage Duration

$248Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 3,006.2 km
Duration: 13h 13m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Rodoviario de Arica, Terminal Internacional, Tacna, Lima Terminal Excluciva, and Lima Javier Prado in around 2d 19h.

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