What is the cheapest way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama?

The cheapest way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama is to bus which costs $45 - $100 and takes 33h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama?

The fastest way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $70 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Puerto Montt and Calama?

No, there is no direct bus from Puerto Montt to Calama. However, there are services departing from Clínica Puerto Montt and arriving at Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile via Terminal San Borja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 37m.

How far is it from Puerto Montt to Calama?

The distance between Puerto Montt and Calama is 2164 km. The road distance is 2549.6 km.

How do I travel from Puerto Montt to Calama without a car?

The best way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 33h 37m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Puerto Montt to Calama?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Puerto Montt to Calama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puerto Montt to Calama bus from?

Puerto Montt to Calama bus services, operated by TranSantin, depart from Clínica Puerto Montt station.

Bus or fly from Puerto Montt to Calama?

The best way to get from Puerto Montt to Calama is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $70 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 33h 37m.

Where does the Puerto Montt to Calama bus arrive?

Puerto Montt to Calama bus services, operated by TranSantin, arrive at Terminal San Borja station.

Can I drive from Puerto Montt to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Puerto Montt to Calama is 2550 km. It takes approximately 27h 22m to drive from Puerto Montt to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 69+ hotels available in Calama.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Puerto Montt to Calama by plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Tepual International Airport
best
1. Fly from El Tepual International Airport (PMC) to Calama Airport (CJC)PMC - CJC
6h 37m
$73–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clínica Puerto Montt to Terminal San BorjaPuerto Montt
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChileSantiago
33h 37m
$50–100
Drive 2,549.6 km
1. Drive from Puerto Montt to Calama2,549.6 km
27h 22m
$315–455
Bus to Osorno, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Osorno
2. Fly from Osorno (ZOS) to Calama Airport (CJC)ZOS - CJC
7h 20m
Bus via Puerto Montt
1. Take the bus from Puerto Montt to SantiagoFlixBus CL024
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman BusSantiago
36h
$74–114
Bus via Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal Alameda - TurbusPuerto Montt / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChileSantiago
36h 39m
$51–211

Puerto Montt to Calama by bus

16Weekly Buses

36hAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,163.8 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Puerto Montt, Chile and Calama, Chile?

JetSMART, LATAM Chile, and Sky Airline fly from El Tepual International Airport (PMC) to Calama Airport (CJC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clínica Puerto Montt to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile via Terminal San Borja in around 33h 37m.

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