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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Tarija is to bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 16h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Tarija is to shuttle and Tour and fly which takes 13h and costs $750 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Tarija?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Tarija. However, there are services departing from Frontera del Norte Calama and arriving at Tarija via San Pedro de Atacama, Uyuni and Tupiza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 29m.

How far is it from Calama to Tarija?

The distance between Calama and Tarija is 905 km. The road distance is 688 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Tarija without a car is to bus and Tour which takes 13h 29m and costs $300 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 13h 29m to get from Calama to Tarija, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Tarija bus from?

Calama to Tarija bus services, operated by Frontera del Norte, depart from Frontera del Norte Calama station.

Bus or fly from Calama to Tarija?

The best way to get from Calama to Tarija is to bus and Tour which takes 13h 29m and costs $300 - $330. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $280 - $1,000 and takes 13h 58m.

Where does the Calama to Tarija bus arrive?

Calama to Tarija bus services, operated by Frontera del Norte, arrive at Terminal de San Pedro de Atacama station.

What is the time difference between Calama and Tarija?

Tarija is 1h behind Calama. It is currently 5:44 PM in Calama and 4:44 PM in Tarija.

Can I drive from Calama to Tarija?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Tarija is 688 km. It takes approximately 14h 15m to drive from Calama to Tarija.

Where can I stay near Tarija?

There are 168+ hotels available in Tarija.

Calama to Tarija - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, Tour, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Calama to Tarija by bus, train, car, shuttle, 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, Tour
best
1. Take the bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Terminal de San Pedro de Atacama
2. Take the bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni
3. Take the bus from Uyuni to Tupiza
4. Take the bus from Tupiza to Tarija
13h 29m
$307–330
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Uyuní
2. Take the bus from Uyuni to Tupiza
3. Take the bus from Tupiza to Tarija
16h 1m
$36–74
Bus, Tour, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to San Pedro de Atacama
2. Take the bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni
3. Take the train from Uyuní to Villazón
4. Take the bus from Villazón to Tarija
20h 31m
Drive 688 km
1. Drive from Calama to Tarija688 km
14h 15m
$85–123
Shuttle, Tour to Uyuni Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Calama Airport to San Pedro de Atacama
2. Take the bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni
3. Fly from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Tarija (TJA)UYU - TJA
13h
$753–818
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calama to Uyuní
2. Take the train from Uyuní to Tupiza
3. Take the bus from Tupiza to Tarija
22h 29m
Bus, bus to Diego Aracena International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus to Pozo Almonte
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Iquique Airport
3. Fly from Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Tarija (TJA)IQQ - TJA
16h 33m
$381–1,041
Fly from Calama Airport
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Tarija (TJA)CJC - TJA
13h 58m
$285–979

Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Tarija (TJA) flights

4Weekly Planes

9h 52mAverage Duration

$347Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calama to Tarija.

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Distance: 904.9 km
Duration: 13h 29m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Tarija, Bolivia?

You can take a bus from Frontera del Norte Calama to Tarija via Terminal de San Pedro de Atacama, San Pedro de Atacama, Uyuni, and Tupiza in around 13h 29m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile, Boliviana de Aviación, and JetSMART fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Tarija (TJA) 3 times a week.

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