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

The cheapest way to get from Ovalle to Calama is to bus which costs $25 - $70 and takes 15h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ovalle to Calama is to bus and fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $120 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Ovalle and Calama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Buses de Ovalle and arriving at Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Ovalle to Calama?

The distance between Ovalle and Calama is 1113 km. The road distance is 1130.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ovalle to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 15h and costs $25 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Ovalle to Calama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ovalle to Calama bus from?

Ovalle to Calama bus services, operated by Cormar, depart from Terminal de Buses de Ovalle station.

Where does the Ovalle to Calama bus arrive?

Ovalle to Calama bus services, operated by Cormar, arrive at Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus station.

Can I drive from Ovalle to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ovalle to Calama is 1130 km. It takes approximately 13h 49m to drive from Ovalle to Calama.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ovalle to Calama?

Book your Ovalle to Calama bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 81+ hotels available in Calama.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ovalle to Calama by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Bus, bus to La Florida Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Alameda Ariztia to Terminal de buses La Serena
2. Take the bus from Terminal de buses La Serena to Terminal Rodoviario de Vicuña
3. Fly from La Florida Airport (LSC) to Calama Airport (CJC)LSC - CJC
6h 52m
$120–272
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Ovalle to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus
15h
$25–70
Drive 1,130.1 km
1. Drive from Ovalle to Calama1,130.1 km
13h 49m
$140–202
Bus to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Ovalle to Terminal San Borja
2. Fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Calama Airport (CJC)SCL - CJC
9h 33m
$75–278
Bus via Coquimbo
1. Take the bus from Alameda Ariztia to Terminal de Buses de CoquimboLa Serena
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Coquimbo to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChileSantiago
17h 50m
$29–53

Ovalle to Calama by bus

115Weekly Buses

15hAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ovalle to Calama.

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Distance: 1,113 km
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Ovalle, Chile and Calama, Chile?

Cormar operates a bus from Terminal de Buses de Ovalle to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 15h. Three other operators also service this route.

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