How far is El Calafate from Río Gallegos?

The distance between El Calafate and Río Gallegos is approximately 258 km (160 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?

Buses departing from Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate in El Calafate will take you to Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez in Río Gallegos.

Bus El Calafate to Río Gallegos from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for El Calafate to Río Gallegos on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	4:05pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	4:05pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	8:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures for El Calafate to Río Gallegos on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	4:05pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	8:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	1:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures for El Calafate to Río Gallegos on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	8:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	1:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	1:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Next departures for El Calafate to Río Gallegos on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	7:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 35m	4:05pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h	8:00pm	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate	4h 30m	1:00am	Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:58 PM -03.

Get from El Calafate to Río Gallegos

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

255 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Marga Taqsa

3.5/5857 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.5

According to 20 reviews, Marga Taqsa received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. Marga Taqsa ticket prices on this trip start at $38

Marga El Calafate Río Gallegos recent customer reviews

1)Horário e qualidade do ônibus excelente 2)Senti falta de um café dentro do ônibus; 3) havia possibilidade de película, talvez com aqueles de pegadinhas e situações engraçadas

Ivo L.

January 9, 2020

Taqsa

4/5578 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.4

According to 52 reviews, Taqsa received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the WiFi. Taqsa ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Taqsa El Calafate Río Gallegos recent customer reviews

There was a lot of snow. Therefore the bus was late, but there ist no problem about it.

Patrick B.

July 11, 2019

Overall the trip was comfortable with some minor delays at security checkpoints. The bus was clean and the driver was good.

Donald H.

April 3, 2019

Dirty bus and toilet. The aircondition vents were broken so blew cold air constantly.

Caroline H.

March 7, 2019

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Where are the popular stops in El Calafate and Río Gallegos?

Stops in El Calafate

A - Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate

B - El Calafate - Santa Cruz

Stops in Río Gallegos

A - Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez

B - Rio Gallegos Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Calafate to Río Gallegos by bus

How far is El Calafate from Río Gallegos?
The distance between El Calafate and Río Gallegos is approximately 258 km (160 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from El Calafate to Río Gallegos?
Buses departing from Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate in El Calafate will take you to Terminal de Ómnibus Manuel Alvarez in Río Gallegos.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-12

$40

11-13

$41

Today

$41

11-15

$41

11-16

$41

11-17

$41

11-18

$41

11-19

$41

The cheapest trip from El Calafate to Río Gallegos was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $48 for a bus ticket from El Calafate to Río Gallegos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-19.