What is the cheapest way to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

The cheapest way to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate is to bus and drive which costs $49000 - $65000 and takes 11h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

The fastest way to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate is to shuttle which takes 8h and costs $4000000 - $5000000.

Is there a direct bus between Punta Arenas (Station) and El Calafate?

No, there is no direct bus from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate. However, there are services departing from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez and arriving at El Calafate via Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

The distance between Punta Arenas (Station) and El Calafate is 572 km. The road distance is 490.1 km.

How do I travel from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate without a car?

The best way to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate without a car is to bus via Río Gallegos which takes 9h 35m and costs $55000 - $90000.

How long does it take to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate bus from?

Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate bus services, operated by Bus-Sur, depart from Terminal Bus-Sur station.

Where does the Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate bus arrive?

Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate bus services, operated by Bus-Sur, arrive at Terminal Rodoviario station.

Can I drive from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

Yes, the driving distance between Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate is 490 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate.

How do I get a bus ticket from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate?

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Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate by bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Río Gallegos
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez to Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegosbus Río Gallegos
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to El Calafatebus Río Gallegos
9h 35m
$57,344–89,242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bus-Sur to Terminal Rodoviariobus Punta Arenas
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario to El Calafatebus Puerto Natales
10h 40m
$45,971–96,426
Drive 490.1 km
1. Drive from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafatecar 490.1 km
8h 16m
$90,490–130,707
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Punta Arenas to Hotel Las Torres Patagonia, Torres del Paineshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Hotel Las Torres Patagonia, Torres del Paine to El Calafateshuttle All inclusive plan
8h
$4,035,107–4,935,107
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez to Terminal Rodoviariobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviario to Cerro Guidobus
3. Drive from Cerro Guido to El Calafatecar
11h 26m
$49,080–65,242

Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate by foot and bus

23Weekly Services

10h 40mAverage Duration

$45,971Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate.

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Distance: 571.7 km
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Punta Arenas (Station), Chile and El Calafate, Argentina?

You can take a vehicle from Punta Arenas (Station) to El Calafate via Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez and Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos in around 9h 35m.

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