Arica to Calama

Arica to Calama

Arica
Calama
Thu, Sep 17
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Arica to Calama Destination Reviews

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Richard
The bus left on time....after 90 minutes we were travelling v slowly....then stopped for 15 minutes for electrical repairs....then proceeded w/o aircondirioning Somehow the bus didnt take the main road to highway....but spent an hour dropping off people at 4 separate mining sites instead of 1 stop and shuttles for those workers....that added an hour. We arrived after sunset nearly 2 hours later than the staff and ticket said.
Arica to Calama, Bus Sleeper, Kenny Bus, Jul 30, 2026
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Jean M
Confortable…but avake twice for police control in beautiful dream….it was a hard day night !!!
Arica to Calama, Bus Sleeper, Pullman San Andress, Mar 14, 2026
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Arica to Calama Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Buses Norte Azul
Express
00:00
11:45
$106.16
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
01:18
12:23
$224.20
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
01:59
09:08
$223.17
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
02:18
22:55
$103.27
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
05:40
15:34
$372.34
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
06:08
18:04
$239.80
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
06:25
17:38
$145.04
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
07:03
17:10
$220.24
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
07:23
06:57
$376.54
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
07:48
07:35
$257.60
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
08:04
06:39
$124.16
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
08:22
16:45
$99.79
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
08:38
08:16
$259.79
Bus
Chile Bus
Semi Sleeper
09:00
18:00
$12.74
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
09:21
08:15
$204.82
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
09:37
16:02
$147.37
Flight
Sky Airline
Economy
09:58
18:38
$100.95
Bus
Kenny Bus
Sleeper
10:30
18:30
$23.36
Bus
Pullman Bus
Sleeper
11:00
19:35
$26.22
Bus
Cikbus Elite
Sleeper
11:30
20:15
$21.23

How to get from Arica to Calama

Travelling between Arica and Calama is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 33.44 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 20.58.

How long does it take to get from Arica to Calama?

It can take you anywhere between 8 and 10 hours to travel between Arica and Calama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Arica and Calama. Bus will bring you to your destination in 7h 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 10h to reach Calama.

How much does it cost to get from Arica to Calama?

Travelling between Arica and Calama can be as cheap as USD 20.58 if you opt for a Buses Frontera del Norte TS bus and as expensive as USD 33.44 if you buy a Buses Tarapaca Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Arica and Calama ?

  • 21 from Arica to Calama starting from 09:00 Arica until 23:00 Arica

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Arica to Calama.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Arica to Calama overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Arica and Calama

Buses Frontera del Norte TS, Buses Tarapaca, Chile Bus, Kenny Bus, Pullman San Andress

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Arica and Calama

Pullman San Andres

What is the most popular transport to get from Arica to Calama?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 95% opted for a bus
  • 5% bought a taxi ride

Transportation from Arica to Calama

Facts about the transport from Arica to Calama

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport7h 30m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day21
Distance375 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuses Frontera del Norte TS, Buses Tarapaca, Chile Bus, Kenny Bus, Pullman San Andres, Pullman San Andress, Sky Airline