Bus from El Calafate to Río Gallegos: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel AlvarezCheapest
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel AlvarezFastest
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel AlvarezNo tags
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel AlvarezNo tags
Marga TaqsaBus
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel AlvarezNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:54 -03.

Get from El Calafate to Río Gallegos

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
4hAverage duration
158 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from El Calafate to Río Gallegos

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?

    The cheapest coach tickets from El Calafate to Río Gallegos start from £23. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?

    The average bus journey time from El Calafate to Río Gallegos is 4h, covering a distance of 158 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h and is operated by Marga Taqsa.

  3. Which bus companies service the El Calafate to Río Gallegos route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?

    The earliest bus departs from El Calafate to Río Gallegos at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?

    A bus journey from El Calafate to Río Gallegos produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/11
£22
27/11
£22
Today
£22
29/11
£22
30/11
£22
01/12
£22
02/12
£21
03/12
£22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Calafate to Río Gallegos was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Calafate to Río Gallegos as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £25 for a bus ticket from El Calafate to Río Gallegos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-02.

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