Arica to Calama

Arica to Calama

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Arica to Calama Schedule

Arica to Calama Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 00:45 - 11:08CLP 100,644
Sky Airline Economy 07:33 - 22:48CLP 97,968
Sky Airline Economy 08:34 - 06:15CLP 91,487
Pullman San Andress Express 10:00 - 18:30CLP 26,250
Pullman San Andress Semi Sleeper 13:00 - 21:45CLP 18,900
Pullman Bus Sleeper 14:00 - 22:20CLP 25,725
Pullman Bus Sleeper 17:00 - 04:00CLP 29,925
Sky Airline Economy 19:46 - 08:10CLP 114,542
Sky Airline Economy 21:14 - 08:07CLP 111,724
Sky Airline Economy 22:24 - 14:05CLP 179,016

Transportation from Arica to Calama

Facts about the transport from Arica to Calama

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport7h 20m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day49
Distance6234 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuses Tarapaca, ChileBus, Cikbus Elite, Frontera del Norte, Kenny Bus, LATAM Airlines Group, Pullman Bus, Pullman San Andress, Sky Airline

How to get from Arica to Calama

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 173.11 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.12.

How long does it take to get from Arica to Calama?

It can take you anywhere between 8 and 15 hours to travel between Arica and Calama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Arica and Calama. Flight will bring you to your destination in 7h 20m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 14h 4m to reach Calama.

How much does it cost to get from Arica to Calama?

Travelling between Arica and Calama can be as cheap as USD 13.12 if you opt for a Frontera del Norte bus and as expensive as USD 173.11 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 Arica and Calama ?

  • 46 from Arica to Calama starting from 08:00 Arica until 21:45 Arica
  • 3 by flight from Arica to Calama starting from 23:59 Arica Airport until 23:59 Arica Airport

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Arica 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 Arica and Calama

Buses Tarapaca, ChileBus, Cikbus Elite, Frontera del Norte, Kenny Bus, Pullman Bus, Pullman San Andress

What is the most popular transport to get from Arica 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

  • 100% opted for a bus