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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Valdivia is to bus via Maipú which costs $50 - $170 and takes 32h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Valdivia is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs $65 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Valdivia?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to Valdivia. However, there are services departing from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile and arriving at Terminal Valdivia via Terminal San Borja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 40m.

How far is it from Calama to Valdivia?

The distance between Calama and Valdivia is 1982 km. The road distance is 2351.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Valdivia without a car is to bus which takes 32h 40m and costs $70 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Calama to Valdivia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to Valdivia bus from?

Calama to Valdivia bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile station.

Bus or fly from Calama to Valdivia?

The best way to get from Calama to Valdivia is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs $65 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $180 and takes 32h 40m.

Where does the Calama to Valdivia bus arrive?

Calama to Valdivia bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, arrive at Terminal San Borja station.

Can I drive from Calama to Valdivia?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Valdivia is 2352 km. It takes approximately 26h 11m to drive from Calama to Valdivia.

Where can I stay near Valdivia?

There are 347+ hotels available in Valdivia.

Calama to Valdivia - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Calama to Valdivia by plane, 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.

Fly Calama Airport to Pichoy Airport
best
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Pichoy Airport (ZAL)plane CJC - ZAL
7h 17m
$66–327
Bus via Maipú
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal San Borjabus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Colón to Terminal Valdiviabus Santiago
32h 44m
$50–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal San Borjabus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Valdiviabus Santiago
32h 40m
$70–178
Drive 2,351.9 km
1. Drive from Calama to Valdiviacar 2,351.9 km
26h 11m
$290–419
Fly Calama Airport to Osorno, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Osorno (ZOS)plane CJC - ZOS
2. Take the bus from Terminal De Buses Osorno to Terminal Valdiviabus
8h 2m
$81–416
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly to Pichoy Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagastabus
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Pichoy Airport (ZAL)plane ANF - ZAL
10h 1m
$98–398
Fly Calama Airport to La Araucanía International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO)plane CJC - ZCO
2. Take the bus from Pitrufquén to Terminal Valdiviabus
10h 11m
$106–337
Fly Calama Airport to El Tepual International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to El Tepual International Airport (PMC)plane CJC - PMC
2. Take the bus from Cruce Llanquihue to Terminal Valdiviabus
11h 1m
$115–342
Bus via Santiago
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Alameda - Turbusbus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal Valdiviabus Santiago Alameda / ...
33h 50m
$63–172

Calama to Valdivia by bus

6Weekly Buses

32h 40mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,981.6 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and Valdivia, Chile?

LATAM Chile, Sky Airline, and JetSMART fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Pichoy Airport (ZAL) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal Valdivia via Terminal San Borja in around 32h 40m.

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