What is the cheapest way to get from Iquique to Cafayate?

The cheapest way to get from Iquique to Cafayate is to bus which costs $75000 - $160000 and takes 24h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iquique to Cafayate?

The fastest way to get from Iquique to Cafayate is to bus and fly which takes 16h 25m and costs $400000 - $900000.

How far is it from Iquique to Cafayate?

The distance between Iquique and Cafayate is 1189 km. The road distance is 1148.4 km.

How do I travel from Iquique to Cafayate without a car?

The best way to get from Iquique to Cafayate without a car is to bus via Pozo Almonte which takes 22h 41m and costs $85000 - $220000.

How long does it take to get from Iquique to Cafayate?

It takes approximately 22h 41m to get from Iquique to Cafayate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iquique to Cafayate bus from?

Iquique to Cafayate bus services, operated by Chile Local Buses, depart from Iquique station.

Where does the Iquique to Cafayate bus arrive?

Iquique to Cafayate bus services, operated by Chile Local Buses, arrive at Pozo Almonte station.

Can I drive from Iquique to Cafayate?

Yes, the driving distance between Iquique to Cafayate is 1148 km. It takes approximately 16h 26m to drive from Iquique to Cafayate.

Where can I stay near Cafayate?

There are 231+ hotels available in Cafayate.

Iquique to Cafayate - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Iquique and Cafayate?

No, there is no direct bus from Iquique to Cafayate. However, there are services departing from Iquique and arriving at Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate via Pozo Almonte, Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus and Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 41m.

There are 7 ways to get from Iquique to Cafayate 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 via Pozo Almonte
best
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Pozo Almonte
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to Terminal de Salta
4. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate
22h 41m
$85,009–216,353
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus
2. Take the bus from Calama to Terminal de Salta
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate
23h
$78,425–158,351
Drive 1,148.4 km
1. Drive from Iquique to Cafayate1,148.4 km
16h 26m
$201,701–291,346
Bus, bus to Diego Aracena International Airport, fly to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Pozo Almonte
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Iquique Airport
3. Fly from Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA)IQQ - SLA
4. Take the bus from Cerrillos to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate
16h 25m
$400,661–893,005
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Alto Hospicio to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus
2. Take the bus from Calama to Terminal de Salta
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate
24h 17m
$78,425–157,908
Bus, bus to Diego Aracena International Airport, fly to Teniente General Benjamín Matienzo International Airport
1. Take the bus from Iquique to Pozo Almonte
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Iquique Airport
3. Fly from Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Teniente General Benjamín Matienzo International Airport (TUC)IQQ - TUC
4. Take the bus from Terminal de Tucumán to Tafí del Valle
5. Take the bus from Tafí del Valle to Cafayate
19h 1m
$375,061–1,087,405
Bus, bus to Coronel Fap Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport, fly to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal Iquique - Kenny Bus to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Internacional Arica to Tacna Airport
3. Fly from Coronel Fap Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA)TCQ - SLA
4. Take the bus from Cerrillos to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate
21h 59m
$460,025–863,314

Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) flights

6Weekly Planes

11h 15mAverage Duration

$253,075Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,189.1 km
Duration: 22h 41m

What companies run services between Iquique, Chile and Cafayate, Argentina?

You can take a bus from Iquique to Terminal de Ómnibus de Cafayate via Pozo Almonte, Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Bus, Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus, and Terminal de Salta in around 22h 41m.

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