What is the cheapest way to get from La Paz to Caldera?

The cheapest way to get from La Paz to Caldera is to bus which costs $50 - $110 and takes 29h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Paz to Caldera?

The fastest way to get from La Paz to Caldera is to fly which takes 12h 30m and costs $230 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between La Paz and Caldera?

No, there is no direct bus from La Paz to Caldera. However, there are services departing from El Alto - La Paz and arriving at Caldera via Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 55m.

How far is it from La Paz to Caldera?

The distance between La Paz and Caldera is 1258 km. The road distance is 1482.7 km.

How do I travel from La Paz to Caldera without a car?

The best way to get from La Paz to Caldera without a car is to bus via Antofagasta which takes 26h 55m and costs $95 - $240.

How long does it take to get from La Paz to Caldera?

It takes approximately 12h 30m to get from La Paz to Caldera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Paz to Caldera bus from?

La Paz to Caldera bus services, operated by Trans Lujan SRL, depart from El Alto - La Paz station.

Bus or fly from La Paz to Caldera?

The best way to get from La Paz to Caldera is to fly which takes 12h 30m and costs $230 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Antofagasta, which costs $95 - $240 and takes 26h 55m.

Where does the La Paz to Caldera bus arrive?

La Paz to Caldera bus services, operated by Trans Lujan SRL, arrive at Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada station.

Can I drive from La Paz to Caldera?

Yes, the driving distance between La Paz to Caldera is 1483 km. It takes approximately 21h 14m to drive from La Paz to Caldera.

Where can I stay near Caldera?

There are 82+ hotels available in Caldera.

La Paz to Caldera - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from La Paz to Caldera 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 from El Alto International Airport
best
1. Fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)LPB - CPO
12h 30m
$235–769
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Paz to AricaLa Paz
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to CalderaArica
29h 20m
$50–101
Bus via Antofagasta
1. Take the bus from El Alto - La Paz to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo CavadaLa Paz
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to CalderaArica
26h 55m
$97–235
Drive 1,482.7 km
1. Drive from La Paz to Caldera1,482.7 km
21h 14m
$183–265
Bus to Chacalluta Arica Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from El Alto - La Paz to Terminal Internacional
2. Fly from Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)ARI - CPO
15h 19m
$137–426
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Paz to Terminal InternacionalArica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terminal CalderaArica
28h 50m
$68–106

La Paz to Caldera by bus

7Weekly Buses

26h 55mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,257.5 km
Duration: 12h 30m

What companies run services between La Paz, Bolivia and Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile?

LATAM Chile and Boliviana de Aviación fly from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Alto - La Paz to Caldera via Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada in around 26h 55m.

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