Santiago Chile to Calama

Santiago Chile to Calama

Santiago Chile
Calama
Mon, Jun 3
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Santiago Chile to Calama Schedule

Santiago Chile to Calama Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA14004:32 - 06:38CLP 51,704
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA14806:27 - 08:33CLP 164,705
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA37408:34 - 10:45CLP 154,249
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA14810:39 - 12:47CLP 127,540
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA38413:59 - 16:06CLP 29,852
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA37815:00 - 17:10CLP 281,400
Pullman San Andress Express 17:00 - 14:45CLP 47,250
Pullman Bus Private Sleeper 18:00 - 15:30CLP 48,825
Cikbus Elite Sleeper 20:00 - 17:00CLP 48,195
Cikbus Elite Sleeper 22:00 - 18:30CLP 48,195

Transportation from Santiago Chile to Calama

Facts about the transport from Santiago Chile to Calama

Cheapest Transport$37
Fastest Transport2h 6m
Earliest Departure4:48 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day33
Distance1104 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuses Andimar, Cikbus Elite, Cormar Bus, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Pullman San Andress, Ramos Cholele, Sky Airline

How to get from Santiago Chile to Calama

Travelling between Santiago Chile and Calama is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 151.31 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 36.73.

How long does it take to get from Santiago Chile to Calama?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 23 hours to travel between Santiago Chile and Calama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Santiago Chile and Calama. Flight will bring you to your destination in 2h 6m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 22h 5m to reach Calama.

How much does it cost to get from Santiago Chile to Calama?

Travelling between Santiago Chile and Calama can be as cheap as USD 36.73 if you opt for a LATAM Airlines Group flight and as expensive as USD 151.31 if you buy a LATAM Airlines Group flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Santiago Chile and Calama ?

  • 22 from Santiago Chile to Calama starting from 07:50 Santiago until 23:30 Santiago
  • 11 from Santiago Chile to Calama starting from 04:48 Santiago Airport Chile until 21:06 Santiago Airport Chile

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Santiago Chile to Calama.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Santiago Chile to Calama, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 36.73.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Santiago Chile and Calama

JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline

Bus

Travelling from Santiago Chile to Calama overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Santiago Chile and Calama

Buses Andimar, Cikbus Elite, Cormar Bus, Pullman San Andress, Ramos Cholele

What is the most popular transport to get from Santiago Chile to Calama?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% opted for a bus
  • 33% decided to fly