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

The cheapest way to get from Cochabamba to Calama is to bus via Oruro which costs $45 - $110 and takes 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cochabamba to Calama is to fly which takes 8h 32m and costs $230 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Cochabamba and Calama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cochabamba and arriving at Terminal de Buses Calama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Cochabamba to Calama?

The distance between Cochabamba and Calama is 957 km. The road distance is 875.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cochabamba to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 13h 40m and costs $55 - $180.

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

The bus from Cochabamba to Terminal de Buses Calama takes 13h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cochabamba to Calama bus from?

Cochabamba to Calama bus services, operated by Trans Lujan SRL, depart from Cochabamba station.

Bus or fly from Cochabamba to Calama?

The best way to get from Cochabamba to Calama is to bus which takes 13h 40m and costs $55 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $230 - $850 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Cochabamba to Calama bus arrive?

Cochabamba to Calama bus services, operated by Trans Lujan SRL, arrive at Terminal de Buses Calama station.

What is the time difference between Cochabamba and Calama?

Calama is 1h ahead of Cochabamba. It is currently 1:52 PM in Cochabamba and 2:52 PM in Calama.

Can I drive from Cochabamba to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Cochabamba to Calama is 876 km. It takes approximately 13h 40m to drive from Cochabamba to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 81+ hotels available in Calama.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cochabamba to Calama by bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Cochabamba to Terminal de Buses CalamaSanta Cruz de la Sierra
13h 40m
$55–174
Bus via Oruro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cochabamba to Oruro
2. Take the bus from Oruro to Calama
20h
$49–109
Drive 875.5 km
1. Drive from Cochabamba to Calama875.5 km
13h 40m
$108–156
Fly to Uyuni Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)CBB - UYU
2. Take the bus from Uyuní to Calama
12h 54m
$293–487
Fly to Diego Aracena International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ)CBB - IQQ
2. Take the bus from Iquique Airport to Pozo Almonte
3. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus
10h 3m
$295–934
Fly to Calama Airport
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Calama Airport (CJC)CBB - CJC
8h 32m
$239–822

Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU) flights

7Weekly Planes

3h 7mAverage Duration

$256Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 956.7 km
Duration: 13h 40m

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

Trans Lujan SRL operates a bus from Cochabamba to Terminal de Buses Calama once daily. Tickets cost $55–174 and the journey takes 13h 40m. Alternatively, Boliviana de Aviación, LATAM Chile, and two other airlines fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Calama Airport (CJC) 5 times a week.

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