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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Vallenar is to bus which costs $23 - $80 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Vallenar is to fly and bus which takes 8h 18m and costs $110 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Vallenar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus and arriving at Terminal Vallenar - Turbus. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Calama to Vallenar?

The distance between Calama and Vallenar is 866 km. The road distance is 855.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Vallenar without a car is to bus which takes 12h 20m and costs $23 - $80.

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

The bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus takes 12h 20m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Calama to Vallenar bus from?

Calama to Vallenar bus services, operated by Turbus, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus station.

Where does the Calama to Vallenar bus arrive?

Calama to Vallenar bus services, operated by Turbus, arrive at Terminal Vallenar - Turbus station.

Can I drive from Calama to Vallenar?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Vallenar is 856 km. It takes approximately 10h 25m to drive from Calama to Vallenar.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calama to Vallenar?

Book your Calama to Vallenar bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vallenar?

There are 26+ hotels available in Vallenar.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Calama to Vallenar by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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 Turbus to Terminal Vallenar - TurbusCalama
12h 20m
$23–80
Drive 855.5 km
1. Drive from Calama to Vallenar855.5 km
10h 25m
$106–153
Fly Calama Airport to La Florida Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Florida Airport (LSC)CJC - LSC
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Vicuña to Terminal de buses La Serena
3. Take the bus from Terminal de buses La Serena to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus
8h 18m
$119–359
Bus via Chañaral
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Chañaral
2. Take the bus from Chañaral to Terminal de Buses MunicipalArica
13h 3m
$34–57
Fly Calama Airport to Chamonate Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)CJC - CPO
2. Take the bus from Cruce de Aeropuerto de Atacama to Terminal Casther
3. Take the bus from Terminal Copiapó - Turbus to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus
9h 14m
$88–381
Bus to Antofagasta Airport, fly to La Florida Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Antofagasta
2. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to La Florida Airport (LSC)ANF - LSC
3. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Vicuña to Terminal de buses La Serena
4. Take the bus from Terminal de buses La Serena to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus
11h
$143–360

Calama to Vallenar by bus

63Weekly Buses

12h 20mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Calama to Vallenar.

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Distance: 866.2 km
Duration: 12h 20m

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

Turbus operates a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Turbus to Terminal Vallenar - Turbus 4 times a day. Tickets cost $23–80 and the journey takes 12h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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