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 Ómnibus de El Calafate | Terminal de Ómnibus de Esquel | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Aeropuerto El Calafate | Parada de Autobuses de El Bolson | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | Parada de Autobuses de El Bolson | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto El Calafate | Terminal de Ómnibus de Esquel | No tags |
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Get from El Calafate to Esquel
The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Calafate and Esquel?
Stops in El Calafate
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Antoine de Saint Exsupery 87, , Z9405 El Calafate, , Santa Cruz, Argentina - B
El Calafate - Santa Cruz
Comodoro Luis Piedrabuena 100-148, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Stops in Esquel
- A
Parada de Autobuses de El Bolson
RN40, Chubut, Argentina - BAvenida Alvear, 1871, 9200 Esquel
- C
Terminal Esquel
Roque Sáenz Peña 1701-1799, Esquel, Chubut, Argentina - D
Parada de Autobuses de Esquel R40
RN40, Chubut, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Calafate to Esquel by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from El Calafate to Esquel?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Calafate to Esquel start from $235. The average price for this route is around $279. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from El Calafate to Esquel?
The average bus travel time from El Calafate to Esquel is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 826 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Marga Taqsa.
Which bus companies service the El Calafate to Esquel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Chaltén Travel, Marga Taqsa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Calafate to Esquel?
The earliest bus departs from El Calafate to Esquel at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Calafate to Esquel?
A bus trip from El Calafate to Esquel generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from El Calafate to Esquel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 774 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Calafate to Esquel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chaltén Travel has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Calafate to Esquel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Calafate to Esquel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 El Calafate to Esquel was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Calafate to Esquel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $254 to $266 for a bus ticket from El Calafate to Esquel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $254 which is on 2025-11-28.
