What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to La Serena?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to La Serena is to bus which costs $22 - $75 and takes 14h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to La Serena?

The fastest way to get from Calama to La Serena is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $40 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and La Serena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Buses Calama and arriving at Terminal de buses La Serena. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 3m.

How far is it from Calama to La Serena?

The distance between Calama and La Serena is 862 km. The road distance is 1044.6 km.

How do I travel from Calama to La Serena without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to La Serena without a car is to bus which takes 14h 3m and costs $22 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Calama to La Serena?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Calama to La Serena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to La Serena bus from?

Calama to La Serena bus services, operated by Cormar, depart from Terminal de Buses Calama station.

Bus or fly from Calama to La Serena?

The best way to get from Calama to La Serena is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $40 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $75 and takes 14h 3m.

Where does the Calama to La Serena bus arrive?

Calama to La Serena bus services, operated by Cormar, arrive at Terminal de buses La Serena station.

Can I drive from Calama to La Serena?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to La Serena is 1045 km. It takes approximately 12h 47m to drive from Calama to La Serena.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calama to La Serena?

Book your Calama to La Serena bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near La Serena?

There are 996+ hotels available in La Serena.

Calama to La Serena - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Calama to La Serena by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Florida Airport (LSC)plane CJC - LSC
2h 57m
$42–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Terminal de buses La Serenabus Calama
14h 3m
$22–75
Drive 1,044.6 km
1. Drive from Calama to La Serenacar 1,044.6 km
12h 47m
$129–186
Bus via Terminal de Buses de Coquimbo
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda Ciktur PlussChile to Terminal de Buses de Coquimbobus Calama / ...
15h 25m
$24–104
Bus via Terminal de Buses de Coquimbo #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balmaceda - Pullman Bus to Terminal de Buses de Coquimbobus Calama
16h 3m
$43–122

Calama to La Serena by bus

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Distance: 861.9 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Calama, Chile and La Serena, Chile?

JetSMART, LATAM Chile, and Sky Airline fly from Calama Airport (CJC) to La Florida Airport (LSC) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Cormar operates a bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Terminal de buses La Serena every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 14h 3m. Four other operators also service this route.

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