What is the distance between Calama and Uyuni?

Calama and Uyuni are 193 miles (312 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Calama to Uyuni?

If you're headed to Uyuni from Calama, chances are that your bus will depart from Av. Balmaceda and arrive at Terminal de Autobuses de Uyuni. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Calama to Uyuni from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Calama to Uyuni on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Bus Terminal of Calama	8h 30m	9:00pm	Uyuni	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Tur Bus Terminal of Calama	8h	2:00pm	Uyuni	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Tur Bus Terminal of Calama	8h	2:00pm	Uyuni	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Tur Bus Terminal of Calama	8h	2:00pm	Uyuni	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Tur Bus Terminal of Calama	8h	2:00pm	Uyuni	No tags

Get from Calama to Uyuni

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7hAverage Duration

193 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Calama and Uyuni?

Stops in Calama

A
Av. Balmaceda
Av. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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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

Stops in Uyuni

A
Terminal de Autobuses de Uyuni
RN 5, Uyuni, Bolivia

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Trans Ricardo

2/520 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2

Cleanliness2.2

Wifi0.7

According to 19 reviews, Trans Ricardo received a 2.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff, but some complained about the power outlets. Trans Ricardo ticket prices on this trip start at $35

Trans Ricardo Calama Uyuni recent customer reviews

I bought a bus ticket in advance for 7am. I arrived at 6.40, but the bus was already gone as it was full. It didnt matter I bought a ticket in advance. So i had to take the bus from 9. This bus broke down and in the middle of the road. We had to wait 2 hours for a replacement bus. The replacement bus had also some technicus issues, but was eventually able to drive.

Dieter D.

September 13, 2025

Things to look out for (Calama to Uyuni): 1. The bus was overbooked so some passengers were offered stools to sit on instead of seats. Others were simply not allowed on the bus. 2. 30 minutes late departure and 2 hours late arrival. 3. 1.5 hour delay at the border which admittedly is not within the bus company's control. However, the bus could have been reasonably scheduled to avoid the hours when the border control office is closed over lunch. Also, no public bathrooms were available at the Bolivian border control (no toilet on the bus either). 4. We changed bus at the border from a small and cramped mini van to an even smaller mini van where bags had to be placed on the roof. Seats were very upright and uncomfortable. 5. Departure location is unofficial/unmarked by the side of the road behind a shopping outlet. 6. Very poor value for money.

Matthew C.

April 24, 2025

The very full minivan took off 20 min late, then stopped around the corner for fuel. My seat would not stay in either the upright or reclined position so I was flopping all the time. Good driver speeded a bit and made it to the border in time - the Bolivian border crossing closed at 1215 (Saturday). We then changed minivans and got even more crowded. But people friendly and helpful.

Maria S.

April 13, 2025

Trans Salvador

2.5/559 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.3

According to 13 reviews, Trans Salvador received a 2.1-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the staff, but some complained about the wifi. Trans Salvador ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Trans Salvador Calama Uyuni recent customer reviews

What a joke this company is, canceling my trip the evening before departure. The excuse of a broken bus and putting us in a small minivan all the way by another even worse bus company (trans ricardo). Before leaving Calama the bus circled around waisting 1 hour just to change busses before leaving Calama!!

Anton B.

November 12, 2025

Bus was canceled the day before. The lady that messaged us was very nice and helpful though.

Kathleen B.

May 31, 2025

Bus was dirty + my wife and I got heat exhaustion due to lack of air flow and AC

Pierre T.

October 12, 2023

Trans Urbano

Cruz del Norte

2.5/568 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.2

Wifi0.3

BO bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Calama to Uyuni by bus

What is the distance between Calama and Uyuni?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Calama to Uyuni?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/23

$33

11/24

$33

Today

$33

11/26

$33

11/27

$33

11/28

$33

11/29

$33

11/30

$33

The cheapest trip from Calama to Uyuni was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $40 for a bus ticket from Calama to Uyuni based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Trans Salvador 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.