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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Salta is to bus via San Pedro de Atacama which costs $41000 - $120000 and takes 14h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Salta is to drive which takes 9h 48m and costs $100000 - $150000.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Salta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus and arriving at Terminal de Salta. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Calama to Salta?

The distance between Calama and Salta is 611 km. The road distance is 611.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Salta without a car is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs $42000 - $110000.

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

The bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Salta takes 12h 5m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Calama to Salta bus from?

Calama to Salta bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus station.

Where does the Calama to Salta bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Calama and Salta?

Salta is 1h ahead of Calama. It is currently 8:09 PM in Calama and 9:09 PM in Salta.

Can I drive from Calama to Salta?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Salta is 612 km. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Calama to Salta.

Where can I stay near Salta?

There are 179+ hotels available in Salta.

Calama to Salta - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Calama to Salta by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Saltabus Antofagasta
12h 5m
$42,000–110,130
Bus via San Pedro de Atacama
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Terminal de San Pedro de Atacamabus Calama / ...
2. Take the bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Terminal de Saltabus Calama
14h 19m
$41,150–117,748
Drive 611.5 km
1. Drive from Calama to Saltacar 611.5 km
9h 48m
$103,951–150,151

Calama to Salta by bus

4Weekly Buses

12h 5mAverage Duration

$42,000Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 611.5 km
Duration: 12h 5m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Salta, Argentina?

Pullman Bus operates a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Salta 4 times a week. Tickets cost $42,000–110,130 and the journey takes 12h 5m.

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