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 - $27 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 22m 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 651.3 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 $25 - $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 $25 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $370 and takes 8h 50m.

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 12:42 PM in Calama and 10:42 AM in Tacna.

Can I drive from Calama to Tacna?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Tacna is 651 km. It takes approximately 8h 22m to drive from Calama to Tacna.

Where can I stay near Tacna?

There are 175+ 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 AricaCalama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to TacnaArica
8h 54m
$25–33
Bus via Frontera del Norte Calama
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Terminal Rodoviario de AricaArica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to TacnaArica
9h 24m
$20–27
Drive 651.3 km
1. Drive from Calama to Tacna651.3 km
8h 22m
$98–142
Fly from Calama Airport
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)CJC - ARI
8h 50m
$149–370
Bus via Quillagua
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Quillagua
2. Take the bus from Quillagua to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
3. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacna
9h 37m
$33–49
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 TacnaArica
10h 54m
$40–66
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagasta
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)ANF - ARI
10h 10m
$200–421

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

12Weekly Planes

7h 52mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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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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