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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Tacna is to bus via Frontera del Norte Calama which costs $20 - $28 and takes 9h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Tacna is to drive which takes 8h 23m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Tacna?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Tacna. However, there are services departing from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus and arriving at Tacna via Terminal Internacional. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Calama to Tacna?

The distance between Calama and Tacna is 655 km. The road distance is 651.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Tacna without a car is to bus which takes 8h 54m and costs $26 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Calama to Tacna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Tacna bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Calama to Tacna?

The best way to get from Calama to Tacna is to bus which takes 8h 54m and costs $26 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $380 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Calama to Tacna bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Calama and Tacna?

Tacna is 2h behind Calama. It is currently 6:56 AM in Calama and 4:56 AM in Tacna.

Can I drive from Calama to Tacna?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Tacna is 652 km. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Calama to Tacna.

Where can I stay near Tacna?

There are 181+ hotels available in Tacna.

Calama to Tacna - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Calama to Tacna by bus, car, or plane

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 - Kenny Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacnabus Arica
8h 54m
$26–34
Bus via Frontera del Norte Calama
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacnabus Arica
9h 24m
$21–27
Drive 651.5 km
1. Drive from Calama to Tacnacar 651.5 km
8h 23m
$98–142
Fly from Calama Airport
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)plane CJC - ARI
8h 24m
$171–372
Bus via Quillagua
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Quillaguabus
2. Take the bus from Quillagua to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacnabus
9h 37m
$34–49
Bus via Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacnabus Arica
10h 54m
$41–65
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagastabus
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)plane ANF - ARI
11h 10m
$172–482

Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) flights

13Weekly Planes

7h 9mAverage Duration

$117Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 654.6 km
Duration: 8h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Tacna via Terminal Rodoviario de Arica and Terminal Internacional in around 8h 54m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile, Sky Airline, and JetSMART fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) twice daily.

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