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.

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 .

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.

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.

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.

Bus El Calafate to Río Gallegos from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	20:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	15:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 40m	19:40	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	20:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	01:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	16:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	20:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	20:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	01:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	16:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	20:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	20:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	01:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	16:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	20:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures from El Calafate to Río Gallegos on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	03:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	07:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	11:30	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	16:05	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	16:00	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	20:00	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

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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

Where are the popular stops in El Calafate and Río Gallegos?

Stops in El Calafate

A
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Antoine de Saint Exsupery 87, , Z9405 El Calafate, , Santa Cruz, Argentina
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B
El Calafate - Santa Cruz
Comodoro Luis Piedrabuena 100-148, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina

Stops in Río Gallegos

A
Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez
Charlotte Fairchild, Río Gallegos, Santa Cruz, Argentina
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B
Rio Gallegos Terminal
Cmte. Luis Piedra Buena, Río Gallegos, Santa Cruz, Argentina
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Compare bus companies

Marga Taqsa

4/51,658 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi1.5

According to 91 reviews, Marga Taqsa received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Marga Taqsa ticket prices on this trip start at £23

Marga El Calafate Río Gallegos recent customer reviews

1)Horário e qualidade do ônibus excelente 2)Senti falta de um café dentro do ônibus; 3) havia possibilidade de película, talvez com aqueles de pegadinhas e situações engraçadas

Ivo L.

9 January 2020

I was satisfyied despite of small late. Driver introduced himself and explained the rules of the travel. He drove safely and calmly so I could even take a nap.

Wojciech W.

4 December 2019

The bus is very dirty. It was incredible hot and the aircon did not work. There was not water. No toiletpaper. No soap

Deborah B.

15 October 2019

AR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.