How far is Calama from Taltal?

The distance covered from Calama to Taltal is 365 km (226 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Calama to Taltal?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Av. Balmaceda, in Calama, and end it at Almirante Juan José Latorre, in Taltal.

Bus Calama to Taltal from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Calama to Taltal on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	Av. Balmaceda	6h 5m	6:35pm	Taltal	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Av. Balmaceda	6h 5m	3:35am	Taltal	Fastest
Bus	6:30pm	Av. Balmaceda	6h 5m	1:35am	Taltal	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Av. Balmaceda	6h 5m	12:35am	Taltal	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Av. Balmaceda	6h 5m	11:25pm	Taltal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:42 AM -04.

Get from Calama to Taltal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

6h 5mAverage Duration

364 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Pluss Chile

4/578 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.5

Based on 78 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Pluss Chile ticket prices on this trip start at $49

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Where are the popular stops in Calama and Taltal?

Stops in Calama

A - Av. Balmaceda

B - Calama

C - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan

D - Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar

E - Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda

F - Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama

Stops in Taltal

A - Almirante Juan José Latorre

B - Parada de Autobuses de Taltal

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Taltal by bus

How far is Calama from Taltal?
The distance covered from Calama to Taltal is 365 km (226 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Calama to Taltal?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Av. Balmaceda, in Calama, and end it at Almirante Juan José Latorre, in Taltal.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-14

$37

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11-20

$38

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The cheapest trip from Calama to Taltal was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $51 for a bus ticket from Calama to Taltal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-20.