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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Tacna is to bus which costs $23 - $45 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Tacna is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $170 - $400.

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 56m.

How far is it from Calama to Tacna?

The distance between Calama and Tacna is 719 km. The road distance is 645.2 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 56m and costs $23 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m 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 56m and costs $23 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $400 and takes 6h 57m.

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 8:33 PM in Calama and 6:33 PM in Tacna.

Can I drive from Calama to Tacna?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Tacna is 645 km. It takes approximately 11h 3m to drive from Calama to Tacna.

Where can I stay near Tacna?

There are 139+ hotels available in Tacna.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Calama to Tacna by bus, car, or plane

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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 56m
$24–43
Drive 645.2 km
1. Drive from Calama to Tacnacar 645.2 km
11h 3m
$97–141
Fly from Calama Airport
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)plane CJC - ARI
6h 57m
$177–397
Bus via Quillagua
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Quillaguabus
2. Take the bus from Quillagua to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional to Tacnabus
9h 41m
$31–47
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 56m
$42–102
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 17m
$197–365

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

13Weekly Planes

6h 26mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 718.7 km
Duration: 8h 56m

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 56m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile, JetSMART, and Sky Airline fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) twice daily.

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