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

The cheapest way to get from Antofagasta to Caldera is to bus which costs $23 - $45 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Antofagasta to Caldera is to drive which takes 5h 54m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Antofagasta and Caldera?

No, there is no direct bus from Antofagasta to Caldera. However, there are services departing from Jose Santos Ossa esq. General Baquedano and arriving at Terminal Caldera via Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Antofagasta to Caldera?

The distance between Antofagasta and Caldera is 469 km. The road distance is 457.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Antofagasta to Caldera without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $23 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Antofagasta to Caldera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Antofagasta to Caldera bus from?

Antofagasta to Caldera bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, depart from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada station.

Bus or fly from Antofagasta to Caldera?

The best way to get from Antofagasta to Caldera is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $23 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $360 and takes 6h.

Where does the Antofagasta to Caldera bus arrive?

Antofagasta to Caldera bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, arrive at Terminal Caldera station.

Can I drive from Antofagasta to Caldera?

Yes, the driving distance between Antofagasta to Caldera is 458 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Antofagasta to Caldera.

Where can I stay near Caldera?

There are 71+ hotels available in Caldera.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Antofagasta to Caldera by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to Terminal Calderabus Calama / ...
8h 4m
$23–41
Bus via Chañaral #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to Chañaralbus Arica
2. Take the bus from Terminal Chañaral Pullman Bus to Terminal Calderabus Calama / ...
8h 59m
$21–106
Drive 457.7 km
1. Drive from Antofagasta to Calderacar 457.7 km
5h 54m
$57–82
Fly
1. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)plane ANF - CPO
6h
$114–358
Bus via Chañaral
1. Take the bus from Antofagasta to Chañaralbus Calama
2. Take the bus from Terminal Chañaral Pullman Bus to Terminal Calderabus Calama / ...
8h 4m
$22–60

Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) flights

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Distance: 469.2 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Antofagasta, Chile and Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile?

Pullman Bus operates a bus from Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada to Terminal Caldera twice daily. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile and Sky Airline fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) twice daily.

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