What is the cheapest way to get from Arica to Copiapó?

The cheapest way to get from Arica to Copiapó is to bus via Taltal - Cruce which costs $30 - $55 and takes 18h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arica to Copiapó?

The fastest way to get from Arica to Copiapó is to fly and bus which takes 7h 38m and costs $85 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Arica and Copiapó?

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 Copiapó?

The distance between Arica and Copiapó is 1063 km. The road distance is 1217.4 km.

How do I travel from Arica to Copiapó without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Arica to Copiapó?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Arica to Copiapó, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arica to Copiapó bus from?

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

Where does the Arica to Copiapó bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arica to Copiapó?

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

Where can I stay near Copiapó?

There are 81+ hotels available in Copiapó.

Arica to Copiapó - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arica to Copiapó by plane, bus, or car

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Fly, 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 38m
$88–353
Bus
cheapest
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
$170–246
Bus via Taltal - Cruce
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Taltal - Crucebus Arica
2. Take the bus from Taltal - Cruce to Terrapuerto Atacamabus Calama / ...
18h 59m
$31–55

Arica to Copiapó by bus

117Weekly Buses

18h 30mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,063.5 km
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Arica, Chile and Copiapó, Chile?

Pullman San Andres operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviario de Arica to Terrapuerto Atacama every 4 hours. Tickets cost $46–90 and the journey takes 18h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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