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

The cheapest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region is to bus which costs $17 - $75 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calama to Atacama Region is to fly and bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $150 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and Atacama Region?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile and arriving at Terrapuerto Atacama. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Calama to Atacama Region?

The distance between Calama and Atacama Region is 722 km. The road distance is 696.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Calama to Atacama Region without a car is to bus which takes 10h 11m and costs $17 - $75.

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

The bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terrapuerto Atacama takes 10h 11m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Calama to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, depart from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile station.

Where does the Calama to Atacama Region bus arrive?

Calama to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Pluss Chile, arrive at Terrapuerto Atacama station.

Can I drive from Calama to Atacama Region?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to Atacama Region is 696 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Calama to Atacama Region.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calama to Atacama Region?

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Where can I stay near Atacama Region?

There are 81+ hotels available in Atacama Region.

Calama to Atacama Region - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Calama to Atacama Region by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, or shuttle

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1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terrapuerto Atacamabus Calama / ...
10h 11m
$17–75
Drive 696.4 km
1. Drive from Calama to Copiapócar 696.4 km
9h 11m
$86–124
Fly to Chamonate Airport, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)plane CJC - CPO
2. Take the bus from Cruce de Aeropuerto de Atacama to Terminal Castherbus
6h 49m
$151–391
Fly to La Florida Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Florida Airport (LSC)plane CJC - 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 10m
$112–368

Calama to Atacama Region by bus

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10h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 721.7 km
Duration: 10h 11m

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

Pluss Chile operates a bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terrapuerto Atacama hourly. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 10h 11m. Four other operators also service this route.

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