What is the cheapest way to get from Uyuni to Caldera?

The cheapest way to get from Uyuni to Caldera is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 21h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Uyuni to Caldera?

The fastest way to get from Uyuni to Caldera is to drive which takes 14h 7m and costs $130 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Uyuni and Caldera?

No, there is no direct bus from Uyuni to Caldera. However, there are services departing from Uyuní and arriving at Caldera via Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile and Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 45m.

How far is it from Uyuni to Caldera?

The distance between Uyuni and Caldera is 1106 km. The road distance is 1065.7 km.

How do I travel from Uyuni to Caldera without a car?

The best way to get from Uyuni to Caldera without a car is to bus via Antofagasta which takes 19h 45m and costs $55 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Uyuni to Caldera?

It takes approximately 19h 45m to get from Uyuni to Caldera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uyuni to Caldera bus from?

Uyuni to Caldera bus services, operated by Trans Salvador, depart from Uyuní station.

Where does the Uyuni to Caldera bus arrive?

Uyuni to Caldera bus services, operated by Trans Salvador, arrive at Calama station.

What is the time difference between Uyuni and Caldera?

Caldera is 1h ahead of Uyuni. It is currently 3:48 PM in Uyuni and 4:48 PM in Caldera.

Can I drive from Uyuni to Caldera?

Yes, the driving distance between Uyuni to Caldera is 1066 km. It takes approximately 14h 7m to drive from Uyuni to Caldera.

Where can I stay near Caldera?

There are 86+ hotels available in Caldera.

Uyuni to Caldera - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Uyuni to Caldera 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 via Antofagasta
best
1. Take the bus from Uyuní to Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to Caldera
19h 45m
$58–161
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Uyuní to Terminal de Buses Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Chañaral
3. Take the bus from Chañaral to Terminal Caldera
21h 6m
$57–110
Drive 1,065.7 km
1. Drive from Uyuni to Caldera1,065.7 km
14h 7m
$132–190
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Uyuní to Calama
2. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)CJC - CPO
16h 21m
$112–364
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uyuní to Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus to CalderaCalama / ...
20h 20m
$62–97

Calama Airport (CJC) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) flights

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6h 16mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Uyuni to Caldera.

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Distance: 1,105.6 km
Duration: 19h 45m

What companies run services between Uyuni, Potosí, Bolivia and Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile?

You can take a bus from Uyuní to Caldera via Calama, Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile, and Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada in around 19h 45m.

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