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

The cheapest way to get from Temuco to Calama is to bus via Rodoviario de la Araucanía which costs $50 - $150 and takes 31h.

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

The fastest way to get from Temuco to Calama is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $80 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Temuco and Calama?

No, there is no direct bus from Temuco to Calama. However, there are services departing from Temuco and arriving at Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus via Terminal San Borja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 45m.

How far is it from Temuco to Calama?

The distance between Temuco and Calama is 1892 km. The road distance is 2186.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Temuco to Calama without a car is to bus which takes 30h 45m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Temuco to Calama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Temuco to Calama bus from?

Temuco to Calama bus services, operated by Andesmar, depart from Temuco station.

Bus or fly from Temuco to Calama?

The best way to get from Temuco to Calama is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $80 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 30h 45m.

Where does the Temuco to Calama bus arrive?

Temuco to Calama bus services, operated by Andesmar, arrive at Terminal San Borja station.

Can I drive from Temuco to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Temuco to Calama is 2186 km. It takes approximately 24h 11m to drive from Temuco to Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 74+ hotels available in Calama.

Temuco to Calama - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Temuco to Calama by plane, bus, car, or train

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 La Araucanía International Airport
best
1. Fly from La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO) to Calama Airport (CJC)ZCO - CJC
6h 43m
$83–352
Bus via Rodoviario de la Araucanía
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rodoviario de la Araucanía to Terminal San BorjaTemuco
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChileSantiago
31h
$51–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Temuco to Terminal San BorjaBariloche
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman BusSantiago
30h 45m
$74–131
Drive 2,186.2 km
1. Drive from Temuco to Calama2,186.2 km
24h 11m
$270–390
Bus to Carriel Sur International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Temuco to Terminal Collao
2. Fly from Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) to Calama Airport (CJC)CCP - CJC
8h 55m
$100–317
Bus, bus to Pichoy Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Rodoviario de la Araucanía to Lanco
2. Take the bus from Lanco to Paradero Aeropuerto Pichoy
3. Fly from Pichoy Airport (ZAL) to Calama Airport (CJC)ZAL - CJC
9h 16m
Bus to Osorno, fly
1. Take the bus from Rodoviario de la Araucanía to Terminal De Buses Osorno
2. Fly from Osorno (ZOS) to Calama Airport (CJC)ZOS - CJC
9h 28m
$95–389
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rodoviario de la Araucanía to Terminal Turbus - Los Ángeles
2. Take the bus from Terminal Santa María to Chillán
3. Take the train from Chillán to Estacion Central Alameda
4. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile
31h 11m
$51–173

Temuco to Calama by bus

2Weekly Buses

30h 45mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Temuco to Calama.

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Distance: 1,892.3 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

LATAM Chile, JetSMART, and Sky Airline fly from La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO) to Calama Airport (CJC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Temuco to Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus via Terminal San Borja in around 30h 45m.

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