What is the cheapest way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

The cheapest way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama is to bus which costs $15 - $40 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

The fastest way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $160 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Arica y Parinacota and Calama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica and arriving at Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Bus. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

The distance between Arica y Parinacota and Calama is 704 km. The road distance is 596.3 km.

How do I travel from Arica y Parinacota to Calama without a car?

The best way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama without a car is to bus via Tocopilla which takes 7h 32m and costs $23 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arica y Parinacota to Calama bus from?

Arica y Parinacota to Calama bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, depart from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica station.

Bus or fly from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

The best way to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama is to bus via Tocopilla which takes 7h 32m and costs $23 - $40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $390 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Arica y Parinacota to Calama bus arrive?

Arica y Parinacota to Calama bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, arrive at Terminal de Buses Tocopilla station.

Can I drive from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

Yes, the driving distance between Arica y Parinacota to Calama is 596 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Arica y Parinacota to Calama.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arica y Parinacota to Calama?

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Arica y Parinacota to Calama - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Arica y Parinacota to Calama by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Tocopilla
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terminal de Buses Tocopillabus Arica
2. Take the bus from Agencia Camus - Tocopilla to Terminal de Buses Calamabus Tocopilla
7h 32m
$23–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Busbus Arica
8h
$15–40
Drive 596.3 km
1. Drive from Arica to Calamacar 596.3 km
7h 33m
$74–107
Fly
1. Fly from Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane ARI - CJC
7h 8m
$166–386
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Quillaguabus Arica
2. Take the bus from Quillagua to Terminal Balmaceda - Kenny Busbus Calama
8h 15m
$26–43

Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to Calama Airport (CJC) flights

10Weekly Planes

6h 38mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 704.2 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Arica y Parinacota, Chile and Calama, Chile?

You can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terminal de Buses Calama via Terminal de Buses Tocopilla and Agencia Camus - Tocopilla in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, JetSMART, LATAM Chile, and Sky Airline fly from Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to Calama Airport (CJC) once daily.

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