Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada) | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Antofagasta | Terminal de buses Calama | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Antofagasta | Calama | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Antofagasta | Av. Balmaceda | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada) | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | No tags |
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Get from Antofagasta to Calama
The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just R 110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Antofagasta and Calama?
Stops in Antofagasta
- ATERMINAL ANTOFAGASTA, Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda N° 5750, Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda 253, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - C
Terminal Flota Barrios
Capitán Carlos Condell 2764, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Terminal Pullman Bus
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda 8729, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal Buses Camus
Av. Radomiro Tomic 7421 , Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Tur Bus
Almirante Juan José Latorre 2751, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Stops in Calama
- AAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Antofagasta to Calama by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Antofagasta to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Antofagasta to Calama start at R 110. The average price for this route is around R 171. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Antofagasta to Calama?
The average bus journey time from Antofagasta to Calama is 4h, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Buses Andimar.
Which bus companies service the Antofagasta to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Antofagasta to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Antofagasta to Calama at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Antofagasta to Calama?
A bus trip from Antofagasta to Calama produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Antofagasta to Calama?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Clikbus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Antofagasta to Calama?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Antofagasta to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Clikbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Antofagasta to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Andimar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Antofagasta to Calama was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 119To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Antofagasta to Calama as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 119 to R 400 for a bus ticket from Antofagasta to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 119, which is on 2025-12-17.
Usually Pluss Chile will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
