What is the cheapest way to get from Arica to Atacama Region?

The cheapest way to get from Arica to Atacama Region is to bus which costs $29 - $90 and takes 18h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arica to Atacama Region?

The fastest way to get from Arica to Atacama Region is to fly and bus which takes 7h 19m and costs $85 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Arica and Atacama Region?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica and arriving at Terrapuerto Atacama. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 30m.

How far is it from Arica to Atacama Region?

The distance between Arica and Atacama Region is 1063 km. The road distance is 1217.4 km.

How do I travel from Arica to Atacama Region without a car?

The best way to get from Arica to Atacama Region without a car is to bus which takes 18h 30m and costs $29 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Arica to Atacama Region?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Arica to Atacama Region, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arica to Atacama Region bus from?

Arica to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Pullman San Andres, depart from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica station.

Where does the Arica to Atacama Region bus arrive?

Arica to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Pullman San Andres, arrive at Terrapuerto Atacama station.

Can I drive from Arica to Atacama Region?

Yes, the driving distance between Arica to Atacama Region is 1217 km. It takes approximately 17h 1m to drive from Arica to Atacama Region.

Where can I stay near Atacama Region?

There are 82+ hotels available in Atacama Region.

Arica to Atacama Region - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Arica to Atacama Region by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly Chacalluta Arica Airport to Chamonate Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)plane ARI - CPO
2. Take the bus from Cruce de Aeropuerto de Atacama to Terminal Castherbus
7h 19m
$88–343
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terrapuerto Atacamabus Arica
18h 30m
$29–90
Drive 1,217.4 km
1. Drive from Arica to Copiapócar 1,217.4 km
17h 1m
$151–217
Fly Chacalluta Arica Airport to La Florida Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) to La Florida Airport (LSC)plane ARI - LSC
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Serena Airport to Tongoyshuttle
3. Take the bus from Tongoy to Terminal de buses La Serenabus
4. Take the bus from Terminal de buses La Serena to Terminal Vallenar - Turbusbus
9h 39m
$136–307
Bus, bus to Diego Aracena International Airport, fly to Chamonate Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Pozo Almontebus
2. Take the bus from Pozo Almonte to Iquique Airportbus
3. Fly from Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)plane IQQ - CPO
4. Take the bus from Cruce de Aeropuerto de Atacama to Terminal Castherbus
11h 10m
$82–295

Arica to Atacama Region by bus

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Distance: 1,063.5 km
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Arica, Chile and Atacama Region, Chile?

Pullman San Andres operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terrapuerto Atacama every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 18h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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