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

The cheapest way to get from Caldera to Calama is to bus which costs $30 - $40 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caldera to Calama is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $95 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Caldera and Calama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Caldera and arriving at Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Caldera to Calama?

The distance between Caldera and Calama is 593 km. The road distance is 656.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Caldera to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 9h 35m and costs $30 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Caldera to Calama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caldera to Calama bus from?

Caldera to Calama bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, depart from Caldera station.

Bus or fly from Caldera to Calama?

The best way to get from Caldera to Calama is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $95 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $40 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Caldera to Calama bus arrive?

Caldera to Calama bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, arrive at Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus station.

Can I drive from Caldera to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Caldera to Calama is 656 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Caldera to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 82+ hotels available in Calama.

Caldera to Calama - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Caldera to Calama 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
best
1. Fly from Chamonate Airport (CPO) to Calama Airport (CJC)CPO - CJC
5h 7m
$95–325
Bus via Antofagasta
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caldera to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo CavadaValparaíso
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChileSantiago
9h 40m
$25–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caldera to Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman BusSantiago / ...
9h 35m
$30–40
Drive 656.4 km
1. Drive from Caldera to Calama656.4 km
7h 41m
$81–117
Bus via Chañaral
1. Take the bus from Terminal Caldera to ChañaralCopiapó / ...
2. Take the bus from Chañaral to Terminal de Buses Calama
10h 27m
$37–63

Caldera to Calama by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 35mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 593.2 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile and Calama, Chile?

LATAM Chile and Sky Airline fly from Chamonate Airport (CPO) to Calama Airport (CJC) once daily. Alternatively, Pullman Bus operates a bus from Caldera to Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus twice daily. Tickets cost $30–40 and the journey takes 9h 35m.

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