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

The cheapest way to get from Salta to Calama is to bus which costs $30 - $80 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salta to Calama is to drive which takes 9h 44m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Salta and Calama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Salta and arriving at Calama. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Salta to Calama?

The distance between Salta and Calama is 670 km. The road distance is 611.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Salta to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $30 - $80.

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

The bus from Terminal de Salta to Calama takes 11h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Salta to Calama bus from?

Salta to Calama bus services, operated by Andesmar, depart from Terminal de Salta station.

Bus or fly from Salta to Calama?

The best way to get from Salta to Calama is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $30 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $200 - $550 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Salta to Calama bus arrive?

Salta to Calama bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Calama station.

Can I drive from Salta to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Salta to Calama is 612 km. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Salta to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 78+ hotels available in Calama.

Salta to Calama - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Salta 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 Terminal de Salta to Calamabus Salta
11h 15m
$30–80
Drive 611.9 km
1. Drive from Salta to Calamacar 611.9 km
9h 44m
$76–109
Fly
1. Fly from Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane SLA - CJC
10h 36m
$208–520

Salta to Calama by bus

10Weekly Buses

11h 15mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 669.5 km
Duration: 11h 15m

What companies run services between Salta, Argentina and Calama, Chile?

Andesmar operates a bus from Terminal de Salta to Calama 6 times a week. Tickets cost $28–61 and the journey takes 11h 15m. Pullman Bus also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Chile, and Flybondi fly from Martín Miguel De Güemes International Airport (SLA) to Calama Airport (CJC) once daily.

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