How much does a bus ticket from Antofagasta to Arica Province cost?

The bus ticket price from Antofagasta to Arica Province starts at R 271. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Antofagasta to Arica Province is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Antofagasta to Arica Province?

The average travel time between Antofagasta and Arica Province is around 11h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 575 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Antofagasta and Arica Province?

The number of buses from Antofagasta to Arica Province can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Antofagasta to Arica Province by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Antofagasta to Arica Province?

When taking the bus from Antofagasta to Arica Province, you can travel comfortably and safely with Pullman San Andres, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Antofagasta to Arica Province?

Buses travelling between Antofagasta and Arica Province leave from Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253 or Terminal Antofagasta and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Arica.

Bus Antofagasta to Arica Province from R 248 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Antofagasta to Arica Province on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	03:15	Terminal Antofagasta	10h 30m	13:45	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	Cheapest
	Bus	22:00	Terminal Antofagasta	9h	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	Fastest
	Bus	17:15	Terminal Antofagasta	10h 45m	04:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	01:55	Terminal Antofagasta	11h 15m	13:10	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	03:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h	14:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Pluss Chile + Cikbus Elité	Bus	04:25	Terminal Antofagasta	23h 35m	04:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	17:15	Terminal Antofagasta	10h 45m	04:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	01:55	Terminal Antofagasta	11h 15m	13:10	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Arica Province on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h	14:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	04:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	16:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	07:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	18:30	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	08:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h 40m	19:10	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Arica Province on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h	14:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	04:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	16:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	07:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	18:30	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	11:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	13h	00:30	Av. Diego Portales	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Arica Province on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h	14:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	04:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	16:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	07:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	18:30	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	10:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 40m	21:40	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Bus	14:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h 35m	00:35	Av. Diego Portales	No tags

Next departures from Antofagasta to Arica Province on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	10h	09:30	Av. Diego Portales	Fastest
	Bus	03:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h	14:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Cikbus Elité + Pluss Chile	Bus	03:15	Terminal Antofagasta	1d	04:10	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	16:00	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Cikbus Elité + Pluss Chile	Bus	08:45	Terminal Antofagasta	19h 25m	04:10	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Carlos Oviedo Cavada	11h 30m	18:30	Av. Diego Portales	No tags
Cikbus Elité + Pluss Chile	Bus	06:00	Terminal Antofagasta	22h 10m	04:10	Terminal Rodoviário de Arica	No tags

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Get from Antofagasta to Arica Province

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

11h 30mAverage duration

573 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Pullman San Andres

3.5/513 reviews

Timeliness0

Pluss Chile

4/575 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.5

Cikbus Elité

3.5/5124 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.4

Buses Andimar

4/554 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.2

Clikbus

4.5/53 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi0

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Where are the popular stops in Antofagasta and Arica Province?

Stops in Antofagasta

A - Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253

B - Terminal Antofagasta

C - Terminal Flota Barrios

D - Terminal Pullman Bus

E - Terminal Buses Camus

F - Terminal Tur Bus

Stops in Arica Province

A - Terminal Rodoviário de Arica

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Antofagasta to Arica Province by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Antofagasta to Arica Province cost?
The bus ticket price from Antofagasta to Arica Province starts at R 271. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Antofagasta to Arica Province is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Antofagasta to Arica Province?
The average travel time between Antofagasta and Arica Province is around 11h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 575 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Antofagasta and Arica Province?
The number of buses from Antofagasta to Arica Province can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Antofagasta to Arica Province by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Antofagasta to Arica Province?
When taking the bus from Antofagasta to Arica Province, you can travel comfortably and safely with Pullman San Andres, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Antofagasta to Arica Province?
Buses travelling between Antofagasta and Arica Province leave from Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253 or Terminal Antofagasta and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Arica.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/11

R 287

10/11

R 338

Today

R 251

12/11

R 289

13/11

R 338

14/11

R 289

15/11

R 288

16/11

R 287

The cheapest trip from Antofagasta to Arica Province was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 251

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

You can expect to pay from R 251 to R 558 for a bus ticket from Antofagasta to Arica Province based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 287, which is on 2025-11-16.