Santiago to Calama Trip Overview
Distance 1234 km (771.3 miles) | |
Price range US$ 45-US$ 362 | |
Ride Duration Range 2h 6m-22h 45m | |
Earliest Departure 09:10 | |
Latest Departure 23:30 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Santiago to Calama
Fastest bus: 20h 45m
Cheapest bus: US$ 45

About the ride from Santiago to Calama
Santiago to Calama Route Information
The distance between Santiago and Calama is 771 miles, or approximately 1234 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Santiago to Calama, including bus,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 09:10 and has a duration of 2 hours 6 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 2 hours 6 minutes.
Santiago to Calama by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 45
- 137 departures a day, or 959 departures a week
There are 12 travel classes for this journey, including: Sleeping, Express, Semi-Sleeper, Premium Sleeping, Private Sleeper, Low Cost Sleeper, Premium Class, Single Sleeper, Low Cost Semi Sleeper, Sleeper, Suite Premium and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Santiago to Calama by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 148
- 27 departures a day, or 189 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Santiago to Calama
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