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

The cheapest way to get from Cochabamba to Calama is to bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 12h.

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 37m and costs $270 - $1,100.

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 12h.

How far is it from Cochabamba to Calama?

The distance between Cochabamba and Calama is 877 km. The road distance is 844.4 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 12h and costs $65 - $110.

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

The bus from Cochabamba to Terminal de Buses Calama takes 12h 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 12h and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $270 - $1,100 and takes 8h 37m.

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 11:34 PM in Cochabamba and 12:34 AM in Calama.

Can I drive from Cochabamba to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Cochabamba to Calama is 844 km. It takes approximately 14h 15m to drive from Cochabamba to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 89+ 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 Calamabus Cbb
12h
$70–110
Drive 844.4 km
1. Drive from Cochabamba to Calamacar 844.4 km
14h 15m
$105–151
Fly to Uyuni Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)plane CBB - UYU
2. Take the bus from Uyuní to Calamabus
12h 54m
$213–627
Bus via Oruro Airport (ORU)
1. Take the bus from Cochabamba to Orurobus Cochabamba
2. Take the bus from Oruro to Terminal de Buses Calamabus Santa Cruz
16h 58m
Fly to Diego Aracena International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ)plane CBB - IQQ
2. Take the bus from Iquique Airport to Pozo Almontebus
3. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Busbus
10h 38m
$364–1,256
Fly to Calama Airport
1. Fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane CBB - CJC
8h 37m
$279–1,022

Cochabamba to Calama by bus

7Weekly Buses

12hAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cochabamba to Calama.

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Distance: 877 km
Duration: 12h

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 $70–110 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, Boliviana de Aviación, LATAM Chile, and Sky Airline fly from Cochabamba (CBB) to Calama Airport (CJC) 6 times a week.

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