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 Buses Vallenar | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de buses Calama | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Calama | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Av. Balmaceda | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | No tags |
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Get from Vallenar to Calama
The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just R 432, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vallenar and Calama?
Stops in Vallenar
- A
Terminal Pullman Bus de Vallenar
Arturo Prat 1-199, Vallenar, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Omnibus Vallenar
Prat 137,, Vallenar, , Región de Atacama,, Chile - C
Cruce Ruta 5 Vallenar
Longitudinal Norte, Sector: Punta Colorada - Portezuelo las, Bombas, Vallenar, III Región, Chile
Stops in Calama
- AAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vallenar to Calama by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Vallenar to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vallenar to Calama start at R 432. The average price for this route is around R 728. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vallenar to Calama?
The average bus journey time from Vallenar to Calama is 13h, covering a distance of 706 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Vallenar to Calama route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vallenar to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Vallenar to Calama at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vallenar to Calama?
A bus trip from Vallenar to Calama produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Vallenar to Calama?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Clikbus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vallenar to Calama?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vallenar to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Clikbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vallenar to Calama?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Andimar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Vallenar to Calama was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 486To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vallenar to Calama as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 486 to R 876 for a bus ticket from Vallenar to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 486, which is on 2025-12-24.
Usually Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
